George Voskovec
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Jiří Voskovec (born Jiří Wachsmann; June 19, 1905 – July 1, 1981), known in the United States as George Voskovec, was a Czech-American actor. Throughout much of his career, he was associated with actor and playwright Jan Werich. In the U.S., he is known for his role as the polite Juror #11 in the 1957 film 12 Angry Men.
George Voskovec Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of George Voskovec reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 37 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of George Voskovec's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of George Voskovec'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 Paradise Lost, which stands out as a key performance.
Best George Voskovec Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from George Voskovec's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie George Voskovec has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Barbarosa | Herman Pahmeyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Somewhere in Time | Dr. Gerald Finney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Happy Days | Willie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Skag | Peter Skagska | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Nativity | Joachim | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Nicky's World | Paul Kaminios | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Man on a Swing | Dr. Nicholas Holnar | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Iceman Cometh | Piet Wetjoen | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Particular Men | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Paradise Lost | Gus Michaels | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Boston Strangler | Peter Hurkos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Desperate Ones | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | An Enemy of the People | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Mister Buddwing | Shabby Old Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Spy Who Came In from the Cold | East German Defense Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Hamlet | Player King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Arsenic & Old Lace | Dr. Herman Einstein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | BUtterfield 8 | Dr. Tredman | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Velvet Alley | Steve Pandish | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Wind Across the Everglades | Aaron Nathanson | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Bravados | Gus Steimmetz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Uncle Vanya | Voinitsky (Uncle Vanya) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | 12 Angry Men | Juror 11 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The 27th Day | Prof. Klaus Bechner | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Twelve Angry Men | Juror #11 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Iron Mistress | John James Audubon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Affair in Trinidad | Doctor Franz Huebling | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Anything Can Happen | Pavli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Crisis | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The World Belongs to Us | kamelot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Heave-Ho! | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Your Money or Your Life | Pepík | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Powder and Petrol | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Paní Katynka z vaječného trhu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Ve spárech upíra | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Dcerušky paní Petersenové | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Pohádka máje | - | Flop | Similar → |
George Voskovec - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of George Voskovec?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Voskovec is "Paradise Lost" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has George Voskovec acted in?
George Voskovec has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by George Voskovec?
Other notable films include "12 Angry Men", "Twelve Angry Men", and "Somewhere in Time".