Charles Judels
ActingAbout Charles Judels
Charles Judels (17 August 1882 – 14 February 1969) was a Dutch actor. He first starred on vaudeville in the early 1900s, and made his Broadway stage debut in The Ziegfeld Follies in 1912. Judels appeared in more than 130 American comedy and drama movies and was an expert with dialects. That talent served him well throughout his career. His first film was a comedy, Old Dutch, in 1915. Judels is perhaps best remembered as the cheese store proprietor in Laurel & Hardy's 1938 film Swiss Miss. He also did extensive work as a voice actor in animated films, most notably as the voice of Stromboli in Disney's Pinocchio (1940). His final appearance on screen was as a Danite merchant in Samson and Delilah in 1949.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charles Judels 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: Comedy
The majority of Charles Judels's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charles Judels remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Once Upon a Studio, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Charles Judels Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Judels's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charles Judels.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Once Upon a Studio | Stromboli (voice) (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Panhandle | Botticelli - the Barber | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Mighty McGurk | First Brewer | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tangier | Dimitri | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Petrucci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | In Old Sacramento | Tony Marchetti | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Northern Pursuit | Nick - Barber (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Du Barry Was a Lady | Innkeeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Something to Shout About | Brother Hunkafer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Kid Dynamite | Nick | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Hard Way | Mr. Flores (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Chocolate Soldier | Klementov | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Law of the Tropics | Captain of River Boat | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | I'll Wait for You | A. Bardosch, Nightclub Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bitter Sweet | Herr Wyler | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Down Argentine Way | Dr. Arturo Padilla | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Photographer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Nick Nanbajan, the Cafe Owner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gold Rush Maisie | Hula Paradise Cafe Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | It All Came True | Henri Pepi de Bordeaux | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strange Cargo | Renard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pinocchio | Stromboli / The Coachman (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Henry Goes Arizona | The Great Beldini (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ninotchka | Cafe Owner Pere Mathieu (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Lady of the Tropics | Gaston Lubois | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Idiot's Delight | Daka | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flirting with Fate | Don Luis Garcia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Swiss Miss | Cheese Shop Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Snow Gets in Your Eyes | Schlitz | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Otto Schmidt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | High Flyers | Mr. Fontaine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ebb Tide | Port Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Bride Wore Red | Cordellera Bar Proprietor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wife, Doctor and Nurse | Chef | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Porky's Garden | Chicken farmer (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Song of the City | Papa Romandi | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maytime | Cabby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love on the Run | Lieutenant of Police | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Plainsman | Tony - The Barber | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | San Francisco | Tony | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Great Ziegfeld | Pierre | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Give Us This Night | Second Carabiniere | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Florentine Dagger | Salvatore | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Night Is Young | Riccardi (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | My Grandfather's Clock | Philo Holmes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | One Hour with You | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | 50 Million Frenchmen | Pernasse - Hotel Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Life of the Party | Mons. LeMaire | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Oh, Sailor, Behave! | De Medici | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Little Old New York | Delmonico | Hit | Similar → |
Charles Judels - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Judels?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Judels is "Once Upon a Studio" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Charles Judels acted in?
Charles Judels has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Judels?
Other notable films include "Ninotchka", "Pinocchio", and "Strange Cargo".