Cliff Saum
ActingAbout Cliff Saum
Cliff Saum was born on December 18, 1882 in Columbus, Ohio, USA. He was an actor and assistant director, known for A Bum Mistake (1914), The Volunteer Fireman (1915) and The $5,000,000 Counterfeiting Plot (1914). He died on March 5, 1943 in Glendale, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Cliff Saum 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 Cliff Saum'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 56% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Cliff Saum remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Roaring Twenties, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Cliff Saum Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cliff Saum's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Cliff Saum.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Seaman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Hidden Hand | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Murder in the Big House | Second Process Server (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Joe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Man to Call Substation (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Trainman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Man Outside Barney's (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Prison Intake Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Train Conductor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Jury Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase | Burt the Iceman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Mr. Miller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Each Dawn I Die | Accident Witness (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hell's Kitchen | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Naughty But Nice | Radio Announcer Starting Program (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Victory | Moving Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Women in the Wind | Policeman at Airport (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew... Reporter | Policeman Outside Courthouse (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | They Made Me a Criminal | Man in Front of Tommy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | King of the Underworld | Gangster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Nancy Drew… Detective | Farmer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Boy Meets Girl | Smitty - Studio Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Beloved Brat | Fireman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | Ball Assistant Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blondes at Work | Cabbie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | It's Love I'm After | Stagehand (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Varsity Show | Man (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Case of the Stuttering Bishop | Third Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Land Beyond the Law | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Policeman at Robbery (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Once a Doctor | Arresting Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Smart Blonde | Train Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Guns of the Pecos | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Jailbreak | Policeman in Courtroom | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Three Musketeers | Palace Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gentlemen Are Born | Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Desirable | Bus Barker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Dames | Stagehand (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Upperworld | Sailor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Jimmy the Gent | Les (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady Killer | Cliff, the Assistant Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Baby Face | Laborer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Picture Snatcher | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hard to Handle | Streetcar Conductor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Dark Horse | Progressive Party Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Blonde Crazy | Mike (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | River's End | Mountie | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Doorway to Hell | Poolroom Proprietor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | Noah's Ark | Soldier in Trench (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Cliff Saum - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cliff Saum?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cliff Saum is "The Roaring Twenties" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Cliff Saum acted in?
Cliff Saum has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cliff Saum?
Other notable films include "The Dark Horse", "Desirable", and "Baby Face".