Harry von Zell - Actor Profile

Harry von Zell

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
25Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 11, 1906
Birth Place: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Harry von Zell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Harry von Zell's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Harry von Zell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Where the Sidewalk Ends, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Harry von Zell Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Harry von Zell's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Where the Sidewalk Ends (1950) movie poster
★7.2

Where the Sidewalk Ends: A police detective's violent nature keeps him from being a good cop.

Where the Sidewalk Ends

1950•Crime
★7.0
For Heaven's Sake (1950) movie poster
★7.0

For Heaven's Sake: An angel takes on human form in order to persuade a theatrical couple to finally consummate their child that has been wa

For Heaven's Sake

1950•Comedy
★6.4
Till the End of Time (1946) movie poster
★6.4

Till the End of Time: Three former marines have a hard time readjusting to civilian life. Perry can't deal with the loss of the use of his leg

Till the End of Time

1946•Drama
★6.3
Son of Paleface (1952) movie poster
★6.3

Son of Paleface: Peter Potter Jr. returns to claim his father's gold, which is nowhere to be found.

Son of Paleface

1952•Comedy
★6.2
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry (1945) movie poster
★6.2

The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry: George Sanders stars in this engrossing melodrama about a very domineering sister who holds a tight grip on her brother

The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry

1945•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Harry von Zell.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1976 Yesterday's Witness Self Flop Similar →
1952 Son of Paleface Mr. Stoner Average Similar →
1951 I Can Get It for You Wholesale Savage Average Similar →
1951 You're in the Navy Now Capt. 'Danny' Eliot Flop Similar →
1950 For Heaven's Sake Tex Henry Hit Similar →
1950 Two Flags West Ephraim Strong Average Similar →
1950 Where the Sidewalk Ends Mr. Morrison (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1950 His Baiting Beauty Harry Von Zell Average Similar →
1949 Dear Wife Jeff Cooper Average Similar →
1949 Microspook - Flop Similar →
1949 Radio Riot - Flop Similar →
1948 The Saxon Charm Zack Humber Flop Similar →
1948 The Sheepish Wolf - Flop Similar →
1947 Radio Romeo - Flop Similar →
1947 Where There's Life Joe Snyder Average Similar →
1947 Rolling Down to Reno Harry von Zell Flop Similar →
1947 The Guilt of Janet Ames Carter Average Similar →
1947 Meet Mr. Mischief Harry Von Zell Flop Similar →
1947 Meet Mr. Mischief Hasim - the Fake Swami Flop Similar →
1946 So's Your Antenna - Flop Similar →
1946 Till the End of Time Scuffy Average Similar →
1945 How DOooo You Do Harry Flop Similar →
1945 The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry Ben Average Similar →
1943 Flicker Flashbacks #2 Narrator Flop Similar →
1935 Radio Rhapsody Himself Flop Similar →

Harry von Zell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Harry von Zell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry von Zell is "Where the Sidewalk Ends" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Harry von Zell acted in?

Harry von Zell has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Harry von Zell?

Other notable films include "For Heaven's Sake", "Till the End of Time", and "Son of Paleface".