Phil Tead
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Phil Tead 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 Phil Tead'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Phil Tead remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Thin Man, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Phil Tead Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phil Tead's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Phil Tead.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Rockabilly Baby | Coach Ed Stone | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Wiretapper | Mr. Wiggins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Fangs of the Arctic | MacGregor - Trading Post Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Mr. Collins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Arctic Flight | Squid Tucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Unknown Man | Ambulance Intern Attendant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Callaway Went Thataway | Salesman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Goodbye, My Fancy | Reporter (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Act of Violence | Hotel Day Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Eddie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Gun for Hire | Machinist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Westerner | Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Susan and God | Exiting Theater Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | I Stole a Million | Charlie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stronger Than Desire | Second Reporter on Telephone (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hardys Ride High | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Murder with Pictures | Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Women Are Trouble | Granger | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Princess Comes Across | Jones, American Newsreel Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Absolute Quiet | Dallas Airport Radio Operator (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Gay Deception | Auctioneer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Page Miss Glory | Miss Glory's Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Woman Wanted | Second Juror Talking to Mike (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Men Without Names | Talkative Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Gilded Lily | Rollercoaster Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Payoff | Radio Sports Broadcaster (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Change of Heart | Brisbane's Assistant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Stand Up and Cheer! | Vaudevillian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Six of a Kind | Clerk in Newspaper Office | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | This Side of Heaven | Pete - the Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Going Hollywood | Freddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady Killer | Seymour, Sergeant of Theatre Ushers (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Bowery | Tout (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Picture Snatcher | Reporter F.L. Strange (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Sailor's Luck | Nugent Busby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | King of the Jungle | Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | 20,000 Years in Sing Sing | Reporter in Crowd (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Lawyer Man | Reporter with Cigar (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Me and My Gal | Radio Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Faithless | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Most Dangerous Game | Passenger on Yacht (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Horse Feathers | Football Broadcaster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | What Price Hollywood? | Assistant Director Jimmy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Dark Horse | Bellhop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Final Edition | Dan Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Guilty Generation | Skid | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Vice Squad | Tony - Waiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Front Page | Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
Phil Tead - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phil Tead?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phil Tead is "The Thin Man" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Phil Tead acted in?
Phil Tead has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phil Tead?
Other notable films include "The Dark Horse", "Kansas City Confidential", and "This Side of Heaven".