Art Carney
ActingAbout Art Carney
Arthur William Matthew Carney (November 4, 1918 – November 9, 2003) was an American actor and comedian. A recipient of an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and six Primetime Emmy Awards, he was best known for his role as Ed Norton on the sitcom The Honeymooners (1955–1956). His film roles include Harry and Tonto (1974), The Late Show (1977), House Calls (1978), Going in Style (1979), Firestarter, The Muppets Take Manhattan (both 1984), and Last Action Hero (1993).
Art Carney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Art Carney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Art Carney's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Art Carney's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Twilight Zone Christmas Classics, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Art Carney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Art Carney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Art Carney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | The Twilight Zone Christmas Classics | Henry corwin (night of the meek) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Very Best of the Honeymooners | Ed Norton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Last Action Hero | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Where Pigeons Go to Die | Da | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Jackie Gleason: The Great One | Self - Ed Norton (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Night Friend | Monsignor O'Brien | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Miracle of the Heart: A Boys Town Story | Father Michael T. O'Halloran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Blue Yonder | Henry Coogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Emperor's New Clothes | Morty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Izzy & Moe | Moe Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Undergrads | Mel Adler | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Night They Saved Christmas | Santa Claus | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Muppets Take Manhattan | Bernard Crawford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Naked Face | Morgens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Firestarter | Irv Manders | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Doctor's Story | Harry Wickes | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Last Leaf | Mr. Verlain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Better Late Than Never | Charley Dunbar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | St. Helens | Harry Truman | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Leprechauns' Christmas Gold | Narrator / Blarney Kilakilarney (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Take This Job and Shove It | Charlie Pickett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Fighting Back: The Story of Rocky Bleier | Art Rooney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story | Robert Stroud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Roadie | Corpus C. Redfish | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Defiance | Abe | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Going in Style | Al | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Steel | Pignose Moran | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Sunburn | Marcus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Ravagers | Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Honeymooners Christmas Special | Ed Norton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Star Wars Holiday Special | Saun Dann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Movie Movie | Dr. Blaine / Dr. Bowers | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Ringo | Ognir's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | House Calls | Dr. Amos Willoughby | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Scott Joplin | John Stark | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Late Show | Ira Wells | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Christmas in Disneyland | Gramps / Dr. Wunderbar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood | J.J. Fromberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | What Now, Catherine Curtis? | Mr. Slaney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Katherine | Thornton Alman | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Death Scream | Mr. Jacobs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings | Deacon | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Happy Anniversary and Goodbye | Malcolm Michaels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Harry and Tonto | Harry Coombes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Great Santa Claus Switch | Santa Claus / Cosmo Scam | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | A Guide for the Married Man | Technical Adviser (Joe X) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Car That Became a Star | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Yellow Rolls-Royce | Joey Friedlander | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Right Man | Franklin Delano Roosevelt | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pot o' Gold | Band Member / Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Art Carney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Art Carney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Art Carney is "The Twilight Zone Christmas Classics" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Art Carney acted in?
Art Carney has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Art Carney?
Other notable films include "The Last Leaf", "Jackie Gleason: The Great One", and "What Now, Catherine Curtis?".