Kurt Kasznar
ActingAbout Kurt Kasznar
Kurt Kasznar (August 12, 1913 – August 6, 1979) was a stage, film, and television actor.Kasznar's first major Broadway appearance was in The Happy Time. (He recreated his role for the film version and earned a Golden Globe nomination for his performance.) He also appeared on Broadway in Barefoot in the Park, Waiting for Godot, Six Characters in Search of an Author, and The Sound of Music, for which he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical. Kasznar appeared in more than 80 films and television shows, and had a regular role in the television series Land of the Giants as "Alexander Fitzhugh". His feature films included Lili, Kiss Me, Kate, The Last Time I Saw Paris, My Sister Eileen, A Farewell to Arms and 55 Days at Peking. Description above from the Wikipedia article Kurt Kasznar , licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kurt Kasznar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kurt Kasznar'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kurt Kasznar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Suddenly, Love, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kurt Kasznar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kurt Kasznar's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kurt Kasznar.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Suddenly, Love | Dr. Luria | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Cyrano | Ragueneau (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Female Instinct | Alexander Scalamdri | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Once Upon a Dead Man | Edmond Corday | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Smugglers | Willi Raben | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Ambushers | Quintana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Androcles and the Lion | Gladiator's Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Perils of Pauline | Consul General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The King's Pirate | Zucco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Casino Royale | Smernov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Code Name: Heraclitus | Constantine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | 55 Days at Peking | Baron Sergei Ivanoff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Waiting for Godot | Pozzo | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | For the First Time | Ladislas Tabory | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Journey | Csepege | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Arms and the Man | Major Petkoff | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Legend of the Lost | Prefect Dukas | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | A Farewell to Arms | Bonello | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Anything Goes | Victor Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Flame of the Islands | Cyril Mace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | My Sister Eileen | 'Papa' Appopolous | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Jump Into Hell | Captain Jean Callaux | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Last Time I Saw Paris | Maurice | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Run Like a Thief | Alexander | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Valley of the Kings | Hamed Backhour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Great Diamond Robbery | Louie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Kiss Me Kate | "Baptista" | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | All the Brothers Were Valiant | Quint | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Give a Girl a Break | Leo Belney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ride, Vaquero! | Father Antonio | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sombrero | Father Zacaya | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Lili | Jacquot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Time | Uncle Louis Bonnard | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Glory Alley | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lovely to Look At | Max Fogelsby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Talk About a Stranger | Dr. Paul Mahler / Matlock | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Anything Can Happen | Nuri Bey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Light Touch | Mr. Aramescu | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | King of the Circus | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kurt Kasznar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kurt Kasznar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kurt Kasznar is "Suddenly, Love" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Kurt Kasznar acted in?
Kurt Kasznar has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kurt Kasznar?
Other notable films include "Cyrano", "55 Days at Peking", and "Once Upon a Dead Man".