Walter Abel
ActingAbout Walter Abel
Walter Abel (June 6, 1898 – March 26, 1987) was an American stage and film character actor. His eyes were brown and his (adult) height was five foot ten inches. Abel was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, the son of Christine (née Becker) and Richard Michael Abel. Abel graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts where he had studied in 1917 and joined a touring company. He made his Broadway debut in Forbidden in 1919. His many theatre credits include As You Like It, Desire Under the Elms, Mourning Becomes Electra, Merrily We Roll Along, and Trelawny of the 'Wells'. On the stage, he appeared in Channing Pollock's 1926 production of The Enemy together with Fay Bainter. Abel was married to concert harpist Marietta Bitter. He died of a myocardial infarction in Essex, Connecticut. Description above from the Wikipedia article Walter Abel, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Walter Abel 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 Walter Abel'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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Walter Abel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Last Will and Testament of Tom Smith, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Walter Abel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter Abel's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Walter Abel.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Grace Quigley | Homer Morrison | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Man Without a Country | Col. A.B. Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Night of the Dark Full Moon | Mayor Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Mirage | Charles Stewart Calvin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Handle with Care | Prof. Roger Bowden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Raintree County | T.D. Shawnessy | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bernardine | Mr. Beaumont | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Steel Jungle | Warden Bill Keller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Indian Fighter | Captain Trask | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Twelve Angry Men | Juror #4 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Night People | Maj. R.A. Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Island in the Sky | Col. Fuller | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | That Lady in Ermine | Major Horvath / Benvenuto | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Variety Girl | Walter Abel (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Fabulous Joe | Milo Terkel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | 13 Rue Madeleine | Charles Gibson | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Kid from Brooklyn | Gabby Sloan | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kiss and Tell | Harry Archer | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Duffy's Tavern | Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Affairs of Susan | Richard Aiken | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | George Trellis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Walter Abel (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Hitler Gang | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | An American Romance | Howard Clinton | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Last Will and Testament of Tom Smith | Jack, a Flyer, Opening Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | So Proudly We Hail | Chaplain | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | Cmdr. Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Holiday Inn | Danny Reed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Beyond the Blue Horizon | Prof. Thornton | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Star Spangled Rhythm | B.G. DeSoto | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Glamour Boy | Anthony J. Colder | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Skylark | George Gore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold Back the Dawn | Inspector Hammock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Michael Shayne: Private Detective | Elliott Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arise, My Love | Phillips | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Miracle on Main Street | Jim Foreman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | King of the Turf | Robert Barnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Hugh Allison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Law of the Underworld | Special Prosecutor Warren Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wise Girl | Karl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Portia on Trial | Dan Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Green Light | John Stafford | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Witness Chair | James Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Lady Consents | Stanley Ashton | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Two in the Dark | Ford Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Three Musketeers | D'Artagnan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Liliom | Carpenter | Hit | Similar → |
Walter Abel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter Abel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter Abel is "The Last Will and Testament of Tom Smith" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Walter Abel acted in?
Walter Abel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter Abel?
Other notable films include "Twelve Angry Men", "Fury", and "Handle with Care".