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).
Charles Durning Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Durning reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. 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 Durning's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 66% of Charles Durning'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 LA DA Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Durning Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Durning's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Durning has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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".