Harvey Korman - Actor Profile

Harvey Korman

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 15, 1927
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

About Harvey Korman

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Harvey Herschel Korman (February 15, 1927 – May 29, 2008) was an American comedic actor who performed in television and movie productions beginning in 1960. His big break was being a featured performer on The Danny Kaye Show, but he is best remembered for his performances on the sketch comedy series The Carol Burnett Show and in several films by Mel Brooks, most notably as Hedley Lamarr in Blazing Saddles.

Harvey Korman Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Harvey Korman 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 Harvey Korman's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Harvey Korman'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 Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Harvey Korman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Harvey Korman's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Harvey Korman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2014 Blaze of Glory: Mel Brooks' Wild, Wild West Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2009 Making History: Mel Brooks on Creating the World Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2008 The Munsters: Family Portrait Lennie Bates Super Hit Similar →
2004 The Carol Burnett Show: Let's Bump Up the Lights Himself Hit Similar →
2002 AFI's 100 Years... 100 Passions: America's Greatest Love Stories Self Hit Similar →
2001 Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers Himself Super Hit Similar →
2001 Back in the Saddle Self Average Similar →
2000 The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas Colonel Slaghoople Flop Similar →
1999 Baby Huey's Great Easter Adventure Prof von Klupp Flop Similar →
1998 The Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the Rescue Floyd (voice) Flop Similar →
1998 Gideon Jacob Titleman Average Similar →
1996 Jingle All the Way President Average Similar →
1995 Dracula: Dead and Loving It Dr. Jack Seward Average Similar →
1994 Radioland Murders Jules Cogley Average Similar →
1994 The Flintstones Ali / Dicabird / Blossom's Adopted Doll Son Ali Flop Similar →
1993 Based on an Untrue Story Dr. Meir Flop Similar →
1993 Betrayal of the Dove Sid Flop Similar →
1988 Crash Course Abner Fraser Flop Similar →
1987 Munchies Cecil Watterman / Simon Watterman Flop Similar →
1986 All Star Party for Clint Eastwood Self Average Similar →
1986 The Flintstones' 25th Anniversary Celebration Himself - Host Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Longshot Lou Flop Similar →
1985 Rodney Dangerfield: Exposed! various Hit Similar →
1984 Gone Are the Dayes Charlie Mitchell Super Hit Similar →
1983 Carpool Wendell Brooks Flop Similar →
1983 Curse of the Pink Panther Prof. Auguste Balls Flop Similar →
1983 The Invisible Woman Carlisle Edwards Flop Similar →
1982 Trail of the Pink Panther Prof. Auguste Balls Flop Similar →
1982 Eunice Ed Super Hit Similar →
1981 History of the World: Part I Count de Monet Hit Similar →
1980 First Family Ambassador Spender Flop Similar →
1980 Herbie Goes Bananas Capt. Blythe Flop Similar →
1979 Americathon Monty Rushmore Flop Similar →
1978 The Star Wars Holiday Special Chef Gormaanda / Amorphian Instructor / Krelman Flop Similar →
1978 Bud and Lou Bud Abbott Flop Similar →
1977 High Anxiety Dr. Charles Montague Average Similar →
1974 Huckleberry Finn The King Average Similar →
1974 Blazing Saddles Hedley Lamarr Hit Similar →
1971 Suddenly Single Conrad Flop Similar →
1969 Three's a Crowd Dr. Pike Average Similar →
1969 The April Fools Matt Benson Average Similar →
1968 Don't Just Stand There Merriman Dudley Average Similar →
1967 Three Bites of the Apple Harvey Tomlinson Flop Similar →
1966 The Man Called Flintstone Chief Mountmore / Additional Voices (voice) Average Similar →
1966 The Last of the Secret Agents? German Colonel Flop Similar →
1966 Alice in Wonderland or What's a Nice Kid Like You Doing in a Place Like This? Mad Hatter Flop Similar →
1966 Lord Love a Duck Weldon Emmett Average Similar →
1963 Son of Flubber Husband in Commercial (uncredited) Average Similar →
1962 Gypsy Phil (uncredited) Average Similar →
1961 Living Venus Ken Carter Flop Similar →

Harvey Korman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Harvey Korman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harvey Korman is "Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Harvey Korman acted in?

Harvey Korman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Harvey Korman?

Other notable films include "Gone Are the Dayes", "The Munsters: Family Portrait", and "The Flintstones' 25th Anniversary Celebration".

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