Patrick Cunning

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

9Total Films

6.8 Highest Rated

Born: May 23, 1905

Birth Place: Santa Clara, California, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Patrick Cunning reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Patrick Cunning'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Patrick Cunning remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Charlie Chan at the Opera, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Patrick Cunning Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Patrick Cunning's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8

Charlie Chan at the Opera (1936) movie poster

★6.8

Charlie Chan at the Opera: A dangerous amnesiac escapes from an asylum, hides in the opera house, and is suspected of getting revenge on those who

Charlie Chan at the Opera

1936•Crime

★6.7

★6.7

Mr. Skeffington: A beautiful but vain woman who rejects the love of her older husband must face the loss of her youth and beauty.

Mr. Skeffington

1944•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Great Guy: A meat inspector sets out to rid his town of payoff deals affecting the quality of meat being sold to the public.

Great Guy

1936•Crime

★5.2

The Greeks Had a Word for Them (1932) movie poster

★5.2

The Greeks Had a Word for Them: A trio of money-hungry women rent a luxurious penthouse, spending their dough on drink and debonair clothing, backbiting

The Greeks Had a Word for Them

1932•Comedy

★5.0

★5.0

Carnival Lady: When his bank fails, a young man loses not only all his money but his fiancée, deserts him, too. Depressed, he joins a c

Carnival Lady

1933•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Patrick Cunning.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1944	Mr. Skeffington	Playboy (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1939	Love on Tap	Man from Elevator (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1936	Charlie Chan at the Opera	Villager in Opera (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1936	Great Guy	Party Guest (Uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1933	Carnival Lady	Guest	Flop	Similar →
1933	His Private Secretary	Van - Polly's Brother	Flop	Similar →
1932	The Greeks Had a Word for Them	Men's Room Patron	Flop	Similar →
1930	The Rampant Age	De Witt	Flop	Similar →
1927	Very Confidential	Roger Allen	Flop	Similar →

Patrick Cunning - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Patrick Cunning?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Patrick Cunning is "Charlie Chan at the Opera" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Patrick Cunning acted in?

Patrick Cunning has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Patrick Cunning?

Other notable films include "Mr. Skeffington", "Great Guy", and "The Greeks Had a Word for Them".