Erskine Sanford
ActingAbout Erskine Sanford
Erskine Sanford was an American actor on the stage, in radio and motion pictures. As a member of Orson Welles's Mercury Theatre company he appears in several of Welles's films, most notably as the bumbling, perspiring newspaper editor Herbert Carter in Citizen Kane!
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Erskine Sanford reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Erskine Sanford'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 47% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Erskine Sanford remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Citizen Kane, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Erskine Sanford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Erskine Sanford's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Erskine Sanford.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | The Company She Keeps | Planetarium Guide (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sierra | Judge Prentiss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Night Unto Night | Dr. Gallen Altheim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Impact | Dr. Henry Bender | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Wake of the Red Witch | Dr. van Arken | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Kidnapped | Rankeillor | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Macbeth | Duncan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven | Dr. Danson (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Letter from an Unknown Woman | Porter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | You Were Meant for Me | Frank Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Voice of the Turtle | Storekeeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Lady from Shanghai | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mourning Becomes Electra | Josiah Borden | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Possessed | Dr. Max Sherman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Best Years of Our Lives | Bullard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Angel on My Shoulder | Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Crack-Up | Museum Director Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Stranger | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Without Reservations | Timothy Helgelander (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | From This Day Forward | Higgler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Spellbound | Dr. Galt (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Girls of the Big House | Professor O'Neill | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn | Undertaker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Dr. Fawcette (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | George Rennit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Uncertain Glory | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Mr. Briggs (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Magnificent Ambersons | Roger Bronson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Wife Takes a Flyer | Jan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Appointment for Love | Hastings' Butler (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Herbert Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pop Always Pays | John Hayes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Citizen Kane Trailer | himself/Herbert Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Much Johnson | Frederick | Flop | Similar → |
Erskine Sanford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Erskine Sanford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Erskine Sanford is "Citizen Kane" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Erskine Sanford acted in?
Erskine Sanford has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Erskine Sanford?
Other notable films include "Letter from an Unknown Woman", "The Best Years of Our Lives", and "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn".