Bruce Mitchell
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Bruce Mitchell was born on November 16, 1880 in Freeport, Illinois, USA as James Bruce Mitchell. He was an actor, known for Whistling Bullets (1937), I Cover Chinatown (1936) and Pride of the West (1938). He died on September 26, 1952 in Hollywood, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bruce Mitchell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Bruce Mitchell's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bruce Mitchell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Modern Times, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bruce Mitchell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce Mitchell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bruce Mitchell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | Police Sgt. in Montage (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom of Chinatown | Police Officer Stationed at Front Door | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Archer | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Triple Justice | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Policeman in Court (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stage to Chino | Bartender (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Millionaires in Prison | Train Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hidden Gold | Jim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Edison, the Man | Coachman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Swanee River | Jailer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Escape | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Golden Boy | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie Chan at Treasure Island | Police Desk Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Wong in Chinatown | Police Officer at Explosion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Spellbinder | Policeman Testifying at Third Trial (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Broadway Serenade | Pullman Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle | Movie Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Us Live | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mystery Plane | Detective Captain Walker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Freedom Ring | Rancher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Torchy Blane in Chinatown | Officer Tim, at car crash (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Policeman at Gregory's Home (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Mysterious Rider | Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Policeman in Park (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Professor Beware | Cop by Firetruck | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Chaser | Curley the Turnkey | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Bailiff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Deputy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Joy of Living | Cop at Dock (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wells Fargo | Miner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Missing Witnesses | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | High Flyers | Police Lieutenant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love Is News | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Who Are About to Die | Prison Guard with Machine Gun (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Great Guy | Policeman at Accident (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Man Who Lived Twice | Cleary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | White Fang | Minor Role | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | High Tension | Jailer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Half Angel | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Modern Times | Paddy Wagon Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | White Lies | Bailiff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | After the Dance | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Sergeant with Farrell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Mystery Man | Traffic Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Girl in Danger | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Dragon Murder Case | Commander (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Bachelor Bait | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | All of Me | Second Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Roman Scandals | Shantytown Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Bruce Mitchell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce Mitchell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Mitchell is "Modern Times" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Bruce Mitchell acted in?
Bruce Mitchell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce Mitchell?
Other notable films include "You Can't Take It with You", "The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse", and "Mystery Plane".