Harvey Kurtzman
WritingAbout Harvey Kurtzman
One of the most influential, yet unsung, figures in American humor, cartoonist Harvey Kurtzman created "Mad Magazine" in 1952, and for the next few years served as its editor and primary writer. After his departure from "Mad, " he created two more humor magazines, "Trump" and "Help!" Although neither was as successful as "Mad", "Help!" did help launch the careers of a number of future luminaries, including Woody Allen, Terry Gilliam, John Cleese, Robert Crumb and Gloria Steinem. Kurtzman's sole foray into screenwriting, the animated Mad Monster Party? (1967), demonstrates much of the famous "Mad" comedy (including a reference to one of the magazine's trademark nonsense words, "veeblefetzer") and has developed a strong cult following.
Harvey Kurtzman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harvey Kurtzman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harvey Kurtzman's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Harvey Kurtzman'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 Comic Book Confidential, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harvey Kurtzman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harvey Kurtzman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harvey Kurtzman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | When We Went MAD! | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Comic Book Greats: Compendium | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Comic Book Greats: Harvey Kurtzman and Jack Davis | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Comic Book Confidential | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Masters of Comic Book Art | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Harvey Kurtzman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harvey Kurtzman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harvey Kurtzman is "Comic Book Confidential" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Harvey Kurtzman acted in?
Harvey Kurtzman has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harvey Kurtzman?
Other notable films include "When We Went MAD!", "The Comic Book Greats: Harvey Kurtzman and Jack Davis", and "The Comic Book Greats: Compendium".