Buddy Messinger
ActingAbout Buddy Messinger
Buddy Messinger (born Melvin Joseph Messinger; 26 October 1907 – 25 October 1965) was an American actor who was cast in substantial roles in dozens of films during the silent film era. He began his career as a jovial chubby child actor. With the advent of sound films he was relegated mostly to bit parts.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Buddy Messinger 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: Comedy
The majority of Buddy Messinger's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Buddy Messinger 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 Buddy Messinger Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Buddy Messinger's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Buddy Messinger.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Devil's Doorway | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Crime by Night | Bellboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Affairs of Martha | Butcher Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Brooklyn Orchid | Bellhop with Flowers | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Mexican Spitfire's Baby | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold Back the Dawn | Hospital Elevator Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Man at Boat Dock (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Love Thy Neighbor | Elevator Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Keeping Company | Basketball Ticket Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hullabaloo | Third Page | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Andy Hardy Meets Debutante | Elevator Boy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Turnabout | Elevator Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Housekeeper's Daughter | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Fast and Furious | First Elevator Boy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sergeant Madden | Hospital Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | Rance | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Fast and Loose | Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Four Girls in White | Messenger | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Idiot's Delight | Usher | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Shining Hour | Elevator Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Hot to Handle | Cycle Messenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Theatre Usher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wings Over Honolulu | Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | College Holiday | Dancer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Elevator Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil Is a Sissy | Elevator Operator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three of a Kind | Bellhop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Modern Times | Cigar Counterman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | An All American Toothache | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Wild Boys of the Road | Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Stage Mother | Fellow in Third Row (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Keyhole Katie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Cheer Up and Smile | Donald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Lady of Chance | Hank | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Dumb-Belles | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | A Sorority Mixup | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Monkeys Prefer Blondes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | What an Eye | Buddy - the Office Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Penrod and Sam | Rodney Bitts | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Abysmal Brute | Buddy Sangster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | When Love Comes | Coleridge Twin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Shadows | 'Mr. Bad Boy' | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Old Nest | Jim at 10 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Edgar and the Teacher's Pet | Freddy Littlefield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Jinx | Orphan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Hoodlum | Dish Lowry | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Babes in the Woods | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Treasure Island | Captain Smolett | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp | Omar - Al-talib's Evil Spirit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Jack and the Beanstalk | - | Flop | Similar → |
Buddy Messinger - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Buddy Messinger?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Buddy Messinger is "Modern Times" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Buddy Messinger acted in?
Buddy Messinger has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Buddy Messinger?
Other notable films include "Citizen Kane", "Libeled Lady", and "The Devil Is a Sissy".