Fred Essler
ActingFred Essler Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fred Essler reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fred Essler's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Fred Essler'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 Scarlet Street, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fred Essler Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fred Essler's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fred Essler has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | The Money Trap | Mr. Klein | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Unsinkable Molly Brown | Baron Karl Ludwig von Ettenburg | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | G.I. Blues | Papa Mueller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ten North Frederick | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Man Godfrey | Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Gun Is Quick | Ludwig Teller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Fabulous Irishman | Kohner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hot Rod Girl | Yo-Yo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Benny Goodman Story | Prof Schoepp | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Giving Thanks Always | Grandpa Reindley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The I Don't Care Girl | Dutchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Toast of New Orleans | Emile, the Gentleman's Tailor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Admiral Was a Lady | Benny | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The White Tower | Knubel (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Every Girl Should Be Married | Pierre | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Messenger of Peace | Hans Dache | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Riff-Raff | Hernandez - Man with Briefcase (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Faithful in My Fashion | Nikolai | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Scarlet Street | Marchetti (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Saratoga Trunk | Monsieur Begue (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | What Next, Corporal Hargrove? | Marcel Vivin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Captain Eddie | Prof. Montague | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Royal Scandal | Stooge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hotel Berlin | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Unwritten Code | Schultz (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mask of Dimitrios | Mr. Bostoff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Address Unknown | Minister (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Passage to Marseille | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Up in Arms | Head Waiter | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Around the World | Teuton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Wintertime | Consul (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Behind the Rising Sun | Takahashi | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mission to Moscow | Dutch Banker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Fred Essler - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fred Essler?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fred Essler is "Scarlet Street" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Fred Essler acted in?
Fred Essler has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fred Essler?
Other notable films include "The Mask of Dimitrios", "Captain Eddie", and "A Royal Scandal".