Charles Delaney
ActingAbout Charles Delaney
Charles Delaney was born on August 9, 1892 in New York City, New York. He was an actor, known for Hell Bent for Frisco (1931), Last of the Mohegians (1926) and Knockout Kisses (1933). He was married to Mary Meek. He died on August 31, 1959 in Hollywood, California.
Charles Delaney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Delaney 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 Charles Delaney's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Charles Delaney'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 Kathleen Mavourneen, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Delaney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Delaney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Delaney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Beatniks | Harry Bayliss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Brass Legend | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Running Target | Barker | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Drinker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Bounty Hunter | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kansas Raiders | Pell | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Double Exposure | Joe Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Walking Down Broadway | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Gold Racket | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Secret Valley | Federal Investigator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ten Laps to Go | Steve Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Below the Deadline | Artie Nolan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Colleen | Ship's Radio Operator (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Millionaire Kid | Breezy Benson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Pace That Kills | Dan - the Detective - Dorothy's Boyfriend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Trails of the Wild | John D. Brent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Captured in Chinatown | Bob Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | What Price Crime | Armstrong | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Fighting Trooper | Blackie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Big Time Or Bust | Paddy Mellon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Important Witness | Joe Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Corruption | Charlie Jasper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Elmer, the Great | Johnny Abbott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Officer Thirteen | Sandy Malone | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Hearts of Humanity | Tom Varney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Midnight Morals | Dave McKennan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Suicide Fleet | Sailor at Sally's (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Millie | Mike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Chiselers of Hollywood | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Lonesome Trail | Judd Rascomb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Kathleen Mavourneen | Terry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Man Hunter | Jim Clayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hard to Get | Jerry Dillon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Broadway Babies | Billy Buvanny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Faker | Bob Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Air Circus | Charles Manning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Adventurer | Barney O'Malley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Branded Man | Fred 'Deacon' Colgate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | After the Storm | Joe Dane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Women Who Dare | Ralph Miles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Main Event | Johnnie Regan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Thirteenth Hour | Matt Gray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Frisco Sally Levy | Patrick Sweeney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Husband Hunters | Bob Garrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Flaming Fury | Dan Duval | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Satan Town | Frisco Bob | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Barbara Frietchie | Arthur Frietchie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Those Who Dance | Tom Andrus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Devil's Partner | Pierre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Solitaires | - | Flop | Similar → |
Charles Delaney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Delaney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Delaney is "Kathleen Mavourneen" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Delaney acted in?
Charles Delaney has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Delaney?
Other notable films include "Barbara Frietchie", "The Thirteenth Hour", and "Friendly Persuasion".