John Hodiak
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John Hodiak (April 16, 1914 – October 19, 1955) was an American actor who worked in radio and film. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Hodiak, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Hodiak reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 36 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Hodiak'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), John Hodiak remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Song of Russia, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Hodiak Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hodiak's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Hodiak.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | On the Threshold of Space | Maj. Ward Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Trial | District Attorney John J. Armstrong | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dragonfly Squadron | Maj. Matthew Brady | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Conquest of Cochise | Cochise | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mission Over Korea | Capt. George P. Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ambush at Tomahawk Gap | McCord | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Battle Zone | Daniel Young | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Sellout | Charles 'Chick' Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Across the Wide Missouri | Brecan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The People Against O'Hara | District Attorney Louis Barra | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Night Into Morning | Tom Lawry | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Miniver Story | Spike Romway | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Lady Without Passport | Peter Karczag INS aka Josef Gombush | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Ambush | Capt. Ben Lorrison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Malaya | Kellar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Battleground | Jarvess | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Bribe | Tugwell 'Tug' Hintten | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Command Decision | Col. Edward Rayton Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Homecoming | Dr. Robert Sunday | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Love from a Stranger | Manuel Cortez | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desert Fury | Eddie Bendix | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Arnelo Affair | Tony Arnelo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Somewhere in the Night | George W. Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Smart People | Ace Connors | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Harvey Girls | Ned Trent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Bell for Adano | Maj. Victor P. Joppolo | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sunday Dinner for a Soldier | Sgt. Eric Moore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Marriage Is a Private Affair | Lt. Thomas "Tom" Cochrane West | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Maisie Goes to Reno | Philip Francis 'Flip' Hennahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Song of Russia | Boris Bulganov | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lifeboat | John Kovac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Shift Maisie | Clerk (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | I Dood It | Roy Hartwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Stranger in Town | Hart Ridges | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Back of the Mike | - | Flop | Similar → |
John Hodiak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Hodiak?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Hodiak is "Song of Russia" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Hodiak acted in?
John Hodiak has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Hodiak?
Other notable films include "Lifeboat", "Homecoming", and "Trial".