Ford Sterling
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Ford Sterling (born George Stitch; November 3, 1883 – October 13, 1939) was an American comedian and actor best known for his work with Keystone Studios. One of the 'Big 4', he was the original chief of the Keystone Cops.
Ford Sterling Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ford Sterling reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ford Sterling's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Ford Sterling'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 Hollywood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ford Sterling Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ford Sterling's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ford Sterling has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Days of Thrills and Laughter | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Golden Age of Comedy | archive footage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Keystone Hotel | Sterling, Chief of Police | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Sheep | Mather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Behind the Green Lights | Max Schultz, German Janitor | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Alice in Wonderland | White King | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Her Majesty, Love | Otmar von Wellingen | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Stout Hearts and Willing Hands | Kop(as the Original Keystone Kops) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bride of the Regiment | Tangy | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Show Girl in Hollywood | Sam Otis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sally | 'Pops' Shendorff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Girl in the Show | Ed Bondell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | For the Love of Mike | Herman Schultz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Casey at the Bat | O'Dowd | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Show Off | Aubrey Piper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Miss Brewster's Millions | Ned Brewster | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Road to Glory | James Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Stage Struck | Buck | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Daddy's Gone A-Hunting | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | He Who Gets Slapped | Tricaud | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Wild Oranges | Paul Halvard | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | Ford Sterling | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Don't Weaken! | Professor Yonson - the Dancing Master | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Hearts and Flowers | Orchestra Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Yankee Doodle in Berlin | Kaiser Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Her Torpedoed Love | Reginald Scuttle - the Conniving Butler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Dirty Work in a Laundry | The Desperate Scoundrel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Our Dare-Devil Chief | The Chief of Police | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | That Little Band Of Gold | Gassy Gotrox - Tattletale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Hogan's Romance Upset | Fight Spectator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Knockout | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Love and Vengeance | Schmaltz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tango Tangles | Band Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Film Johnnie | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Between Showers | Mr. Snookie, a Thief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Thief Catcher | Suspicious John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Mabel's Dramatic Career | Actor / Onscreen Villain | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Safe in Jail | The Constable | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Peeping Pete | Neighbor's Husband | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | A Bandit | The Bandit | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Waiters' Picnic | Louis - the Chef | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Barney Oldfield's Race for a Life | The Villain | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Toplitsky and Company | Toplitsky's Partner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | A Fishy Affair | Perkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Hide and Seek | The Police Chief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | On His Wedding Day | Krause - the Bridegroom | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | A Strong Revenge | Meyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Her Birthday Present | The Police Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | At Coney Island | The Married Flirt | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | Stolen Glory | Captain Warner | Average | Similar → |
Ford Sterling - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ford Sterling?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ford Sterling is "Hollywood" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Ford Sterling acted in?
Ford Sterling has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ford Sterling?
Other notable films include "Keystone Hotel", "Safe in Jail", and "On His Wedding Day".