John Harmon
ActingAbout John Harmon
John Harmon was born on June 30, 1905 in Washington, USA as Johann Hermann Legler. He was an actor and production manager, known for Star Trek: The Original Series (1966), King of the Underworld (1939) and The Monster of Piedras Blancas (1959). He died on August 6, 1985 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Harmon 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: Drama
The majority of John Harmon'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Harmon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Monsieur Verdoux, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Harmon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Harmon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Harmon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | The Honkers | Sam Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Lassie: The Adventures of Neeka | Clay Bowers (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Funny Girl | Company Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Texas Across the River | Gabe | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Sylvia | Sid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Move Over, Darling | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The 7th Commandment | Pete | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Monster of Piedras Blancas | Sturges, the Lighthouse Keeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Violent People | Mr. Massey | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Canyon River | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Jail Busters | Tomsic | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man from Bitter Ridge | Norm Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Dealer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Bitter Creek | A.Z. Platte | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Hollis | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Man in the Dark | Herman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cyrano de Bergerac | Lackey (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman in Hiding | Man Taken Off Bus (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias the Champ | Chuck Lyons | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Once More, My Darling | Georgie | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Lady Gambles | Frenchy | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Crooked Way | Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Moonrise | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Joe Darwin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Brute Force | Roberts (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Dangerous Money | Freddie Kirk | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | They Made Me a Killer | Joe Lafferty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Adventure | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Conflict | Pickpocket (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Find the Blackmailer | Ray Hickey | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Chance of a Lifetime | Red Taggart (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | After Midnight with Boston Blackie | The Fence | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Truck Busters | Maxie | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | Big-Ears | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Call of the Canyon | The Pigeon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dangerously They Live | George, Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Secrets of the Lone Wolf | Bernard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Benny (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Deadly Game | Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Thin-Faced Man in Crowd (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet | Lefty Bates (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie McCarthy, Detective | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Escape | Gangster | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | One-Armed Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Buck Rogers | Hidden City Air Controller | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | King of the Underworld | Slats | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Missing Guest | Baldrich's Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Blackhat Gallagher | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arsène Lupin Returns | 'Butch' Harron - Gang Leader (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 3 Kids and a Queen | Montage Man | Average | Similar → |
John Harmon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Harmon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Harmon is "Monsieur Verdoux" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has John Harmon acted in?
John Harmon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Harmon?
Other notable films include "Brute Force", "The Missing Guest", and "Funny Girl".