Ralph Brooks
ActingAbout Ralph Brooks
Ralph Brooks was born on April 22, 1904 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He was an actor, known for A Shot in the Dark, Strange Wives and The 3rd Voice . He died on April 15, 1991 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ralph Brooks reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Ralph Brooks'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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ralph Brooks remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in So You Want to Be a V.P., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ralph Brooks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ralph Brooks's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ralph Brooks.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Reception Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sweet Smell of Success | Patron at 21 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tammy and the Bachelor | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | While the City Sleeps | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Forever, Darling | Theatre Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | So You Want to Be a V.P. | Golfer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Sabrina | Party / Dance Guest (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Mississippi Gambler | Card Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Mourner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | You Never Can Tell | Man in Bar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | He Ran All the Way | Detective Lieutenant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | All About Eve | Sarah Siddons Awards Guest (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where the Sidewalk Ends | Railroad Baggage Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Caged | Man in a Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | On the Town | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Reign of Terror | Citizen (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flamingo Road | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Criss Cross | Newsstand Proprietor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Letter to Three Wives | Bookie Dancer at Country Club (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Diner at Rooftop Show (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hazard | Gambler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Naked City | Detective (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | T-Men | Dice Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Sidewalk Cafe Customer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | White Tie and Tails | Roger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Second Neighbor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Major and the Minor | Train Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | There's One Born Every Minute | Man at the Meeting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Frisco Lil | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Fleet's In | Swingland Patron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | I Wake Up Screaming | Nightclub patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Nothing But the Truth | Office Staff Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Office Worker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Gentleman at Twelve Oaks Barbecue (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | First Love | Ball Guest | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Smart Girls Grow Up | Wedding Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | There Goes My Heart | Cafe Customer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Vivacious Lady | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | This Is My Affair | Reception Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Make Way for Tomorrow | Movie Theatre Doorman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | After the Thin Man | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Dance Extra (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | If You Could Only Cook | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady Killer | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Only Yesterday | Nightclub Patron (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Ralph Brooks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ralph Brooks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ralph Brooks is "So You Want to Be a V.P." with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Ralph Brooks acted in?
Ralph Brooks has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ralph Brooks?
Other notable films include "All About Eve", "Frisco Lil", and "Hazard".