Al Bridge
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Al Bridge was an American character actor, a fixture both in Westerns and in the comedies of Preston Sturges. Although frequently billed as Alan Bridge, he was born Alfred Morton Bridge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1891 (not as Alford Bridge in 1890, as his tombstone erroneously states). Following service as a corporal in the U.S. Army infantry in the first World War, Bridge joined a theatrical troupe. He dabbled in writing and in 1930 sold a script to a short film, Her Hired Husband (1930). He followed this with a B-Western script, God's Country and the Man (1931), in which he made his film debut as an actor. For the next quarter century, he managed the atypical achievement of maintaining a career in both B-Westerns and in bigger dramatic and comedy features. Ten films for director Preston Sturges represent probably his most familiar contribution to Hollywood history. Bridge also appeared frequently on television until his death in 1957 at 66.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Al Bridge reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Al Bridge'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 80% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Al Bridge remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Son of the Border, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Al Bridge Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Al Bridge's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Al Bridge.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | Tennis Judge (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Deputy Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Unfaithfully Yours | House Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | T-Men | Agent in Phone Booth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sin of Harold Diddlebock | Wild Bill Hickock | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Town Marshal (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Mighty McGurk | Toothless Derelict (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Sheriff (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Deadline at Dawn | Detective Smiley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Ship Captain (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Lieutenant Colonel (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Thunderhead: Son of Flicka | Dr. Hicks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn | Cheap Charlie (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek | Mr. Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hail the Conquering Hero | Political Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | Second Prison Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Palm Beach Story | Conductor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Talk of the Town | Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | In This Our Life | Worker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Marine MP Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sullivan's Travels | The Mister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honky Tonk | Townsman at Meeting House (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Little Foxes | Dawson (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lady Eve | First Steward (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Face Behind the Mask | Flop House Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Mr. Hillbeiner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Highway Patrolman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Slave Trader | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Little Chickadee | Barfly Drinking Straight Whiskey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Ship Captain (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Senator Dwight (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Marie Antoinette | Official in Passport Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Crime School | Mr. Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | New Orleans Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Born to Be Wild | Kennedy - Trucker in Cafe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Awful Truth | Motor Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Dead End | Policeman in Drina's Apartment (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | You Only Live Once | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ace Drummond | Paul Wyckoff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | These Three | Mrs. Walton's Chauffeur (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Opera | Immigration Inspector (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Gay Deception | Jail Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Adventures of Rex and Rinty | Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Murder Man | Judge John C. Garfield (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Alias Mary Dow | Ditch-Digger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | We're Not Dressing | Ship's Officer in Rescue Party (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Son of the Border | Tupper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Blonde Venus | Bouncer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Million Dollar Legs | Secret Emissary #3 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Al Bridge - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Al Bridge?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Al Bridge is "Son of the Border" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Al Bridge acted in?
Al Bridge has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Al Bridge?
Other notable films include "It's a Wonderful Life", "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", and "Strangers on a Train".