
Howard Freeman
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Howard Freeman (December 9, 1899 – December 11, 1967) was an American stage actor of the early 20th century, and film and television actor of the 1940s through the 1960s. Freeman was born in Helena, Montana, and began working as a stage actor in his 20s. He entered the film industry in 1942, when he played a small uncredited role in Inflation. Despite his late start in film acting, Freeman would build himself a fairly substantial career in that field that would last over twenty-three years. From 1943 onward he worked on a regular basis, sometimes in uncredited roles, but more often than not in small but credited bit or supporting parts. In 1951 he began appearing on numerous television series, which would be his main acting roles for the remainder of his career, lasting into 1965. He retired from film and television acting in 1965, and settled into retirement in New York City, where he was living at the time of his death.
Howard Freeman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Howard Freeman 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 Howard Freeman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Howard Freeman'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 Lost Angel, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Howard Freeman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Howard Freeman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Howard Freeman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Dear Brigitte | Dean Sawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Raiders of the Seven Seas | Mayor Pompaño | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Remains to Be Seen | Cecil Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Million Dollar Mermaid | Aldrich | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Turning Point | Fogel | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Scaramouche | Michael Vanneau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Double Dynamite | R.B. Pulsifer Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Perfect Strangers | Arthur Timkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Chicago Deadline | Hotspur Shaner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Snake Pit | Dr. Curtis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Cry of the City | Sullivan the Drunk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Time of Your Life | Society Gentleman | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Up in Central Park | Myron Schultz | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Give My Regards to Broadway | Mr. Waldron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Letter from an Unknown Woman | Herr Kastner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | If You Knew Susie | Mr. Hancock Otis Clinton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Magic Town | Nickleby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Long Night | Sheriff Ned Meade | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Sen. Creel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | That Way with Women | Dr. Harvey | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Brother Talks to Horses | Hector Damson | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Monsieur Beaucaire | King Philip II | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Brentwood Police Chief (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Inside Job | Trent W. Winkle | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | So Goes My Love | Willis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Corelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | House of Horrors | Hal Ormiston | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Mexicana | Beagle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | This Love of Ours | Dr. Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | You Came Along | Drunk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Where Do We Go from Here? | Kreiger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Song to Remember | Friedrich Kalkbrenner | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Carolina Blues | Tom Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dancing in Manhattan | George Hartley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Unwritten Code | Mr. Norris | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mark of the Whistler | M.K. Simmons (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Secret Command | Max Lessing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Winkle Goes to War | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Once Upon a Time | McKenzie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Meet the People | George Peetwick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Lost Angel | Professor Richards | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Madame Curie | Prof. Constant (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Whistling in Brooklyn | Steve Conlon | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Girl Crazy | Governor Tait | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Pilot #5 | Hank Durban | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hitler's Madman | Heinrich Himmler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Raid Wardens | J.P. Norton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Slightly Dangerous | Mr. Quill | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Margin for Error | Otto Horst | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Inflation | Radio Store Proprietor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Howard Freeman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Howard Freeman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Howard Freeman is "Lost Angel" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Howard Freeman acted in?
Howard Freeman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Howard Freeman?
Other notable films include "Letter from an Unknown Woman", "If You Knew Susie", and "The Killers".




