Jack Kruschen
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jacob Kruschen (March 20, 1922 – April 2, 2002) was a Jewish character actor who worked primarily in American film, television and radio. Kruschen was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Dr. Dreyfuss in the 1960 comedy-drama The Apartment. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jack Kruschen, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jack Kruschen 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: Comedy
The majority of Jack Kruschen'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jack Kruschen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Log of the Black Pearl, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jack Kruschen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Kruschen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jack Kruschen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Alice in Wonderland | (voice) (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Hart to Hart: Home Is Where the Hart Is | Mayor Walter Trout | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Deadly Intentions | Alex Livanos | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn | Judge Thatcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Guardian of the Wilderness | Madden | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Whiz Kid and the Carnival Caper | Abner Denby | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Log of the Black Pearl | Jocko Roper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Freebie and the Bean | Red Meyers | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Deadly Harvest | Vartamian | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Emergency! | Sen. Mike Wolski | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Million Dollar Duck | Doctor Gottlieb | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Happening | Inspector | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Caprice | Matthew Cutter | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dear Brigitte | Doctor Volker | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Unsinkable Molly Brown | Christmas Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | McLintock! | Jake Birnbaum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Cape Fear | Attorney Dave Grafton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Follow That Dream | Carmine | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Doctor Linus Tyler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Ladies Man | Graduation Emcee Professor | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Where the Boys Are | Max (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Ways from Sundown | Beeker | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Bellboy | Jack E Mulcher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Apartment | Dr. Dreyfuss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Last Voyage | Chief Engineer Pringle | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gazebo | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Angry Red Planet | CWO Sam Jacobs | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Decks Ran Red | Alex Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Fraulein | Sgt. Grischa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Cry Terror! | Agent Charles Pope | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Julie | Det. Mace | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Outside the Law | Agent Pill Schwartz | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Benny Goodman Story | 'Murph' Podolsky - riverboat band Mgr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Night Holds Terror | Detective Pope | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Soldier of Fortune | Austin Stoker | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Untamed Heiress | Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Tennessee Champ | Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Mechanic (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Joe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Money from Home | Short Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Blueprint for Murder | Detective Lieutenant Harold Y. Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Abbott and Costello Go to Mars | Harry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Salvatore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Confidence Girl | Detective Sergeant Quinn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The People Against O'Hara | Uniformed Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lemon Drop Kid | Muscleman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gambling House | Italian Immigrant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where Danger Lives | Cosey - Ambulance Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Way Out | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Red, Hot and Blue | Steve | Average | Similar → |
Jack Kruschen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Kruschen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Kruschen is "The Log of the Black Pearl" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Kruschen acted in?
Jack Kruschen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Kruschen?
Other notable films include "Emergency!", "The Apartment", and "Cape Fear".