Harvey Stephens
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Harvey Stephens (August 21, 1901 – December 22, 1986) was an American actor, known initially for his performances in Broadway productions, and thereafter for his work in film and on television. He was most active in film beginning in the 1930s and through the mid-1940s. Beginning in the mid-1950s, he transitioned to television and enjoyed success there through the 1960s.
Harvey Stephens Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harvey Stephens 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 Stephens's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Harvey Stephens'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 North by Northwest, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harvey Stephens Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harvey Stephens's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harvey Stephens has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Diary of a Madman | Louis Girot | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Flight That Disappeared | Walter Cooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Plunderers | Doc Fuller | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Bat | John Fleming | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | North by Northwest | Stockbroker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | In Love and War | Amory Newcombe | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young Lions | Brig. Gen. Sam Rockland (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The World Was His Jury | Judge Arthur Farrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing | Dr. Hollingshead DDS | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Cell 2455 Death Row | Warden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Three Young Texans | Jim Colt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lady in the Dark | Liza's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Recognition of the Japanese Zero Fighter | Major | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | George Washington Slept Here | Jeff Douglas | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tombstone: The Town Too Tough to Die | Morgan Earp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Courtship of Andy Hardy | Roderick O. Nesbit | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lady Is Willing | Dr. Golding | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Joe Smith, American | Freddie Dunhill | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Captain Danforth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Our Wife | Dr. Cassell | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Texas Rangers Ride Again | Ranger Blair | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | When the Daltons Rode | Rigby | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Ninian Edwards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Parole Fixer | Bartley Hanford | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Fighting 69th | Major Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Beau Geste | Lieutenant Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The House of Fear | Richard 'Dick' Pierce (as Harvey Stevens) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Get Away with Murder | Fred Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Oklahoma Kid | Ned Kincaid | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Texans | Lt. David Nichols | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tip-Off Girls | Chief Agent Jason Baardue | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Dangerous to Know | Philip Easton | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Forlorn River | Les Setter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | King of Gamblers | J.G. Temple | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Swing High, Swing Low | Harvey Howell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maid of Salem | Dr. John Harding | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | All American Chump | Jim Crawford | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sworn Enemy | District Attorney Paul Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Absolute Quiet | Barney Tait | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Tough Guy | Chief Davison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Whipsaw | Ed Dexter | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Desert Death | Bob Mehaffey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | It's in the Air | Sidney Kendall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Orchids to You | George Draper | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Murder Man | Henry Mander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Let 'em Have It | Van Rensseler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Baby Face Harrington | Ronald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | After Office Hours | Tommy Bannister | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Evelyn Prentice | Lawrence Kennard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Cheat | Jeffrey Carlyle | Average | Similar → |
Harvey Stephens - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harvey Stephens?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harvey Stephens is "North by Northwest" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Harvey Stephens acted in?
Harvey Stephens has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harvey Stephens?
Other notable films include "Sergeant York", "Let 'em Have It", and "King of Gamblers".