Harold Gould
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Harold V. Goldstein (December 10, 1923 – September 11, 2010), best known by his stage name Harold Gould, was an American actor best known for playing Martin Morgenstern in the 1970s sitcoms Rhoda and The Mary Tyler Moore Show and as Miles Webber & also as Arnie Peterson on The Golden Girls. Gould acted in film and television for nearly 50 years, appearing in more than 300 television shows, 20 major motion pictures, and over 100 stage plays, and received Emmy Award nominations five times. He is known for playing elegant, well-dressed men, and he regularly played Jewish characters and grandfather-type figures on television and film.
Harold Gould Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harold Gould 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 Harold Gould's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Harold Gould'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 The Skin of Our Teeth, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harold Gould Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harold Gould's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harold Gould has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Brother Bear | Old Denahi (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Freaky Friday | Grandpa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Master of Disguise | Grandfather Disguisey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Stuart Little | Grandpa Spencer | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Patch Adams | Arthur Mendelson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Brown's Requiem | Solly K. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Beloved | Barber Shop Man #4 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | My Giant | Milt Kaminski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Love Bug | Dr. Gustav Stumpfel | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | For Hope | David Altman | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Killer: A Journal of Murder | Old Henry Lesser | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Lover's Knot | Alan Smithee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Romero | Francisco Galedo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Get Smart, Again! | Nicholas Dimente | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Playing for Keeps | Rockerfeller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Mrs. Delafield Wants to Marry | Dr. Marvin Elias | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Fourth Wise Man | Rabbi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Gambler: The Adventure Continues | Stowbridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Skin of Our Teeth | Mr. Antrobus | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Help Wanted: Male | Eliot Bingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Dream Chasers | Telford Stampley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Born to Be Sold | Robert Westfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Seems Like Old Times | Judge John Channing | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Scarlett O'Hara War | Louis B. Mayer | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Gambler | Arthur Stobridge | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Man in the Santa Claus Suit | Dickie Dayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Aunt Mary | Dr. Hoxley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The One and Only | Hector Moses | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Gus | Charles Gwynn | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Big Bus | Professor Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Silent Movie | Engulf | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Love and Death | Anton Inbedkov | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Strongest Man in the World | Dietz | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Front Page | Mayor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Sting | Kid Twist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Murdock's Gang | Dave Ryker | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Ransom for a Dead Man | Agent Carlson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Where Does It Hurt? | Dr. Herman Zerny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Death of Innocence | Alexander Weisberg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Mrs. Pollifax — Spy | Nexdhet | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Lawyer | Eric P. Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Arrangement | Dr. Leibman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Project X | Col. Holt | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | An American Dream | Ganucci's Attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Harper | Sheriff Spanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Inside Daisy Clover | Cop on Pier | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Spy with My Face | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Satan Bug | Dr. Ostrer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Marnie | Mr. Garrett (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Couch | Hollingsworth | Average | Similar → |
Harold Gould - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harold Gould?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harold Gould is "The Skin of Our Teeth" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Harold Gould acted in?
Harold Gould has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harold Gould?
Other notable films include "The Sting", "Love and Death", and "The Front Page".