George P. Breakston
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George Paul Breakston (January 22, 1920 – May 21, 1973) was a French-American actor, producer and film director, active in Hollywood from his days as a child actor in Andy Hardy films in the 1930s to a period as an independent producer/director in the 1950s.
George P. Breakston Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of George P. Breakston reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of George P. Breakston's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of George P. Breakston'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 A Criminal Is Born, which stands out as a key performance.
Best George P. Breakston Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from George P. Breakston's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie George P. Breakston has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | Urubu | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Courtship of Andy Hardy | Beezy | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Andy Hardy's Private Secretary | Beezy Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Andy Hardy Meets Debutante | Beezy Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Willie (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Swanee River | Ambrose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Judge Hardy and Son | Beezy Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Andy Hardy Gets Spring Fever | Beezy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jesse James | Farmer Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Love Finds Andy Hardy | Beezy Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Criminal Is Born | Henry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Second Wife | Jerry Stephenson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boulder Dam | Stan Vangarick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Midsummer Night's Dream | Body Double for Mickey Rooney (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Return Of Peter Grimm | William Van Dam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Dark Angel | Joe Gallop | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Life Returns | Danny Kendrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch | Jimmy Wiggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Great Expectations | Young Pip | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Successful Failure | Tommy Cushing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | No Greater Glory | Nemecsek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | It Happened One Night | Bus Passenger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
George P. Breakston - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of George P. Breakston?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George P. Breakston is "A Criminal Is Born" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has George P. Breakston acted in?
George P. Breakston has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by George P. Breakston?
Other notable films include "It Happened One Night", "The Grapes of Wrath", and "Swanee River".