David Bauer
ActingAbout David Bauer
David Bauer (born Herman Bernard Waldman, March 6, 1917 – February 8 or 13, 1973 was an American film, television, and stage actor who, from November 1958 until his death, was based primarily in Britain.
David Bauer Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Bauer reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Bauer's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of David Bauer'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 Crooks and Coronets, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Bauer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Bauer's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Bauer has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Road Movie | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Endless Night | Uncle Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Embassy | Kadish | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Diamonds Are Forever | M. Slumber | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Fun and Games | Gribney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Patton | Lieutenant General Harry Buford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Royal Hunt of the Sun | Villac Umu | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Crooks and Coronets | Jack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Inspector Clouseau | Police Chief Geffrion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Dark of the Sun | Adams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Franchise Trail | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Torture Garden | Mike Charles (segment 2 "Terror Over Hollywood") | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Danger Route | Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Double Man | Andrew Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Spy Who Came In from the Cold | Young Judge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Ambassadors | Waymarsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man in the Middle | Colonel Mayburt | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Live It Up! | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Walk a Tightrope | Ed | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Afternoon of a Nymph | Mr. Greene | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Flat Two | Louba | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Salt of the Earth | Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bloodhounds of Broadway | Counsel (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie | Sam Eichenbogen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | 5 Fingers | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Cimarron Kid | Sam Swanson | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Smuggler's Island | Lorca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Scarf | Level Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kansas Raiders | Tate | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Prisoners in Petticoats | Sam Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where the Sidewalk Ends | Sid Kramer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Appointment with Danger | David Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Dangerous Profession | Matthew Dawson (as David Wolfe) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bagdad | Mahmud | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tokyo Joe | Photo Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sword in the Desert | Gershon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flaming Fury | Tony Polacheck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | House of Strangers | Prosecutor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Undercover Man | Stanley Weinburg | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Vicious Circle | - | Flop | Similar → |
David Bauer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Bauer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Bauer is "Crooks and Coronets" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has David Bauer acted in?
David Bauer has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Bauer?
Other notable films include "5 Fingers", "Patton", and "Sword in the Desert".