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Dan Leegant

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
13Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 31, 1928
Birth Place: The Bronx, New York USA

About Dan Leegant

Dan Leegant was born on December 31, 1928 in The Bronx, New York, USA as Daniel Simon Leegant. He was an actor, known for Escape from Alcatraz (1979), Ernest Goes to Jail (1990) and Peggy Sue Got Married (1986). He died on May 5, 2009 in Santa Monica, California, USA.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dan Leegant reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Dan Leegant'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dan Leegant remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Street Music, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dan Leegant Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dan Leegant's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Street Music (1981) movie poster
★8.0

Street Music: A group of elderly residents of an old San Francisco hotel are threatened with eviction when a developer wants to demoli

Street Music

1981•Comedy
★7.5
Escape from Alcatraz (1979) movie poster
★7.5

Escape from Alcatraz: San Francisco Bay, January 18, 1960. Frank Lee Morris is transferred to Alcatraz, a maximum security prison located on a

Escape from Alcatraz

1979•Drama
★7.1
Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) movie poster
★7.1

Tora! Tora! Tora!: In the summer of 1941, the United States and Japan seem on the brink of war after constant embargos and failed diplomacy

Tora! Tora! Tora!

1970•War
★6.1
Peggy Sue Got Married (1986) movie poster
★6.1

Peggy Sue Got Married: At her 25th high school reunion, Peggy Sue faints and awakens in 1960—back in her senior year, before her marriage and a

Peggy Sue Got Married

1986•Comedy
★5.7
Grim Prairie Tales (1990) movie poster
★5.7

Grim Prairie Tales: Two travelers meet on the open prairie, and pass their time together by trading stories with each other. Their tales bec

Grim Prairie Tales

1990•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dan Leegant.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1990 Grim Prairie Tales Dr. Leaderman Average Similar →
1990 I'm Dangerous Tonight Frank Flop Similar →
1990 Ernest Goes to Jail Oscar Pendlesmythe Flop Similar →
1988 Checking Out Drunk Flop Similar →
1986 Peggy Sue Got Married Lodge Member Average Similar →
1986 Signal Seven Marty Average Similar →
1983 Allison Sydney Harrison Det. Davis Flop Similar →
1981 Street Music Deputy Wagner Super Hit Similar →
1980 A Christmas Without Snow Sergeant Average Similar →
1980 Desperate Moves Ernie Steigler Flop Similar →
1979 Escape from Alcatraz Guard Super Hit Similar →
1977 Mr. Billion Bus Clerk Average Similar →
1970 Tora! Tora! Tora! George Street - RCA Honolulu District Manager (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Dan Leegant - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dan Leegant?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dan Leegant is "Street Music" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Dan Leegant acted in?

Dan Leegant has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dan Leegant?

Other notable films include "Escape from Alcatraz", "Tora! Tora! Tora!", and "Peggy Sue Got Married".