Charles Dierkop

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

49Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 11, 1936

Birth Place: La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA

About Charles Dierkop

Charles Richard Dierkop was an American actor, known for Police Woman (TV Series), The Sting (1973), Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) and Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984). He was previously married to Joan F. Addis.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charles Dierkop reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Charles Dierkop'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charles Dierkop remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Liberty & Bash, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Charles Dierkop Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Charles Dierkop's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Liberty & Bash: Liberty, Bash, and their friend Jesse served together in a war in Central America. Now Liberty and Bash work with youths

Liberty & Bash

1989•Action

★8.0

★8.0

The Sting: A novice con man teams up with an acknowledged master to avenge the murder of a mutual friend by pulling off the ultimat

The Sting

1973•Comedy

★7.7

★7.7

The Hustler: Fast Eddie Felson is a small-time pool hustler with a lot of talent but a self-destructive attitude. His bravado causes

The Hustler

1961•Drama

★7.6

Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) movie poster

★7.6

Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid: As the west rapidly becomes civilized, a pair of outlaws in 1890s Wyoming find themselves pursued by a posse and decide

Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid

1969•Adventure

★7.1

★7.1

The Pawnbroker: A Jewish pawnbroker, a victim of Nazi persecution, loses all faith in his fellow man until he realizes too late the trag

The Pawnbroker

1965•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charles Dierkop.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2018	Heaven & Hell	Bank Robber	Flop	Similar →
2017	The Midnighters	Louie	Flop	Similar →
2009	Forget Me Not	Foreman Pete	Flop	Similar →
2008	Railroad to Hell: A Chinaman's Chance	Dr. Sawyer	Flop	Similar →
2006	Mystery Woman: Wild West Mystery	Zeke Foster	Average	Similar →
2005	Murder on the Yellow Brick Road	Redwood	Flop	Similar →
2001	James Dean	Groundsman	Hit	Similar →
2000	Superguy: Behind the Cape	Sam Trent	Flop	Similar →
1998	Invisible Dad	Mr. Weiderman	Flop	Similar →
1998	Merchants of Venus	Carl	Average	Similar →
1996	Too Fast Too Young	Business Man	Flop	Similar →
1994	Maverick	Riverboat Poker Player (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1992	Roots of Evil	Collins	Flop	Similar →
1990	Under Crystal Lake	Waldo	Flop	Similar →
1989	Nerds of a Feather	Biker Ben	Flop	Similar →
1989	Liberty & Bash	Mr. B	Super Hit	Similar →
1989	Blood Red	Cooper	Flop	Similar →
1988	Messenger of Death	Orville Beecham	Average	Similar →
1988	Grotesque	Matson	Flop	Similar →
1987	Code Name: Zebra	Crazy	Flop	Similar →
1987	Banzai Runner	Traven	Flop	Similar →
1987	Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2	Killer Santa (archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
1987	Death Feud	Boat Gunman	Flop	Similar →
1984	Silent Night, Deadly Night	Killer Santa	Average	Similar →
1984	The Fix	Hawkeye	Flop	Similar →
1981	Texas Lightning	Walt	Flop	Similar →
1979	Star Virgin	Igor	Average	Similar →
1978	The Deerslayer	Hurry Harry March	Flop	Similar →
1977	Captains Courageous	Tom Platt	Hit	Similar →
1975	Messiah of Evil	Gas Attendant	Average	Similar →
1974	Death Is a Bad Trip	Charlie	Flop	Similar →
1974	Police Headquarters	Investigator William Hennessey	Flop	Similar →
1974	Tight as a Drum	Hood	Flop	Similar →
1973	The Sting	Floyd (Bodyguard)	Super Hit	Similar →
1973	The Student Teachers	(uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1973	Female Artillery	Sam	Flop	Similar →
1972	The Hot Box	Journalist Garcia / Major Dubay	Flop	Similar →
1971	The Face of Fear	Patsy Fain	Average	Similar →
1971	Lock, Stock and Barrel	Cpl. Fowler	Flop	Similar →
1971	Angels Hard as They Come	General	Flop	Similar →
1971	City Beneath the Sea	Quinn	Flop	Similar →
1970	Pound	Airdale	Flop	Similar →
1969	Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid	Flat Nose Curry	Super Hit	Similar →
1968	The Sweet Ride	Mr. Clean	Flop	Similar →
1968	El juicio	Smitty	Flop	Similar →
1967	The St. Valentine's Day Massacre	Salvanti	Average	Similar →
1965	The Pawnbroker	Robinson	Hit	Similar →
1961	The Hustler	Pool Room Hood (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1961	Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea	Seaview Pilot (Uncredited)	Average	Similar →

Charles Dierkop - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Charles Dierkop?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Dierkop is "Liberty & Bash" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Charles Dierkop acted in?

Charles Dierkop has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Charles Dierkop?

Other notable films include "The Sting", "The Hustler", and "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid".