Herb Vigran
ActingAbout Herb Vigran
A well known character actor, Vigran was originally a law school graduate. He later chose to pursue acting, and performed in hundreds of radio shows with the likes of Jack Benny, Bob Hope and Jimmy Durante. He appeared frequently as various villains on the television series Adventures of Superman (1952), and made several guest appearances on television series like The Brady Bunch (1969) and I Love Lucy (1951).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Herb Vigran reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Herb Vigran's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 66% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Herb Vigran remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dear Uncle, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Herb Vigran Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Herb Vigran's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Herb Vigran.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Starchaser: The Legend of Orin | Hopps (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Flintstones: Little Big League | Judge Shale (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Loneliest Runner | Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Benji | Lt. Ted Samuels | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Charlotte's Web | Lurvy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Emergency! | Committee Chairman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Day of the Wolves | The Realtor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Support Your Local Gunfighter | Fat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | My Dog, the Thief | Helicopter Mechanic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Love Bug | Policeman on Bridge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Blackbeard's Ghost | Danny Oly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers | TV Announcer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gypsy | Announcer at Minsky's (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Bells Are Ringing | Barney Lampwick (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Party Girl | Bailiff / Radio Newscaster (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | A Hatful of Rain | Man in Elevator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | These Wilder Years | Traffic Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | At Gunpoint | Matt, a Saloon Patron | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Illegal | Municipal Court Bailiff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Nashby (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea | Reporter for the Globe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | White Christmas | Novello (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lucky Me | Theatre Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Trailer Salesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Band Wagon | Man on Train (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Dear Uncle | (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Star | Roy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Somebody Loves Me | Lipscott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | O. Henry's Full House | Poker Player (segment "The Clarion Call") (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Oklahoma Annie | Otto | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Racket | Paradise Club Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Invisible Man | Stillwell (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Damned Don't Cry | Vito Maggio (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Side Street | News Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | House of Strangers | Man Next to Gino at Fight (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hazard | Gambler in Courtroom (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | All My Sons | Wertheimer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Noose Hangs High | Coat Thief (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Cop #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Ghost Ship | Chief Engineer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | It Ain't Hay | Man in Microphone Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Pardon My Sarong | Wise Guy at Gas Station (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Barker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Behind the News | Reporter #1 on Phone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Reporter Who Wins Cardgame (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Cross-Country Romance | Omaha Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Two Girls on Broadway | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Those High Grey Walls | Orderly (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vagabond Lady | Edgar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Herb Vigran - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Herb Vigran?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Herb Vigran is "Dear Uncle" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Herb Vigran acted in?
Herb Vigran has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Herb Vigran?
Other notable films include "New York Town", "Somebody Loves Me", and "Emergency!".