Charles Durning
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Charles Edward Durning (February 28, 1923 – December 24, 2012) was an American actor. He best-known films include The Sting (1973), Dog Day Afternoon (1975), True Confessions (1981), Tootsie (1982), Dick Tracy (1990) and O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000). He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor two times: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982) and To Be or Not to Be (1983).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charles Durning 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 Charles Durning'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 66% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charles Durning remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in LA DA Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Charles Durning Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Durning's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charles Durning.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LA DA Story | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Local Color | Yammi | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Making of 'Dog Day Afternoon' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Mother Ghost | George | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Bleacher Bums | Scorekeeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | A Constant Forge | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | O Brother, Where Art Thou? | Pappy O'Daniel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | State and Main | Mayor George Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hard Time: Hostage Hotel | Det. Charlie Duffy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Jerry and Tom | Vic | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Hi-Life | Fatty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | One Fine Day | Lew, Jack's boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Jack Lemmon: America's Everyman | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Home for the Holidays | Henry Larson | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Last Supper | Reverend Gerald Hutchens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The World of Jim Henson | Doc Hopper (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Hudsucker Proxy | Waring Hudsucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Music of Chance | Bill Flower | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Butter Battle Book | Grandfather (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Far North | Bertrum | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Unholy Matrimony | Reverend Samuel Corey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Cop | Dutch Peltz | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Man Who Broke 1,000 Chains | Warden Hardy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Where the River Runs Black | Father O'Reilly | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Death of a Salesman | Charley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Night of 100 Stars II | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Mister Roberts | The Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | To Be or Not to Be | Col. Erhardt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Scarface | Immigration Officer (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Tootsie | Les Nichols | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas | Governor of Texas | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Dark Night of the Scarecrow | Otis P. Hazelrigg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Final Countdown | Senator Samuel Chapman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Starting Over | Michael "Mickey" Potter | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | When a Stranger Calls | John Clifford | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | North Dallas Forty | Coach Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Muppet Movie | Doc Hopper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | An Enemy of the People | Peter Stockmann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Fury | Dr. Jim McKeever | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Twilight's Last Gleaming | President David T. Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Hindenburg | Captain Pruss | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Breakheart Pass | Frank O'Brien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Dog Day Afternoon | Moretti | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Front Page | Murphy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Sting | Lt. Wm. Snyder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Sisters | Joseph Larch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Hi, Mom! | Superintendent | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Password Is Courage | American Solider (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Charles Durning - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Durning?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Durning is "LA DA Story" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Durning acted in?
Charles Durning has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Durning?
Other notable films include "Unholy Matrimony", "Scarface", and "The Sting".