David Bauer
ActingAbout David Bauer
David Bauer (born Herman Bernard Waldman, March 6, 1917 – February 8 or 13, 1973 was an American film, television, and stage actor who, from November 1958 until his death, was based primarily in Britain.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Bauer reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of David Bauer'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), David Bauer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Crooks and Coronets, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Bauer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Bauer's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Bauer.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Road Movie | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Endless Night | Uncle Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Embassy | Kadish | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Diamonds Are Forever | M. Slumber | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Fun and Games | Gribney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Patton | Lieutenant General Harry Buford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Royal Hunt of the Sun | Villac Umu | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Crooks and Coronets | Jack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Inspector Clouseau | Police Chief Geffrion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Dark of the Sun | Adams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Franchise Trail | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Torture Garden | Mike Charles (segment 2 "Terror Over Hollywood") | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Danger Route | Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Double Man | Andrew Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Spy Who Came In from the Cold | Young Judge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Ambassadors | Waymarsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man in the Middle | Colonel Mayburt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Live It Up! | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Walk a Tightrope | Ed | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Afternoon of a Nymph | Mr. Greene | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Flat Two | Louba | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Salt of the Earth | Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bloodhounds of Broadway | Counsel (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie | Sam Eichenbogen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | 5 Fingers | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Cimarron Kid | Sam Swanson | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Smuggler's Island | Lorca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Scarf | Level Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kansas Raiders | Tate | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Prisoners in Petticoats | Sam Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where the Sidewalk Ends | Sid Kramer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Appointment with Danger | David Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Dangerous Profession | Matthew Dawson (as David Wolfe) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bagdad | Mahmud | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tokyo Joe | Photo Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sword in the Desert | Gershon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flaming Fury | Tony Polacheck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | House of Strangers | Prosecutor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Undercover Man | Stanley Weinburg | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Vicious Circle | - | Average | Similar → |
David Bauer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Bauer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Bauer is "Crooks and Coronets" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has David Bauer acted in?
David Bauer has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Bauer?
Other notable films include "Patton", "5 Fingers", and "Sword in the Desert".