John Daheim
ActingAbout John Daheim
Aka, John Day - he was a stunt man, stunt coordinator, and actor, mostly in smaller roles, though he was the lead in the 1946 B-movie, Detour to Danger.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Daheim 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 John Daheim'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Daheim remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Strangers on a Train, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Daheim Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Daheim's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Daheim.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | The In-Laws | T Man #3 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Silver Streak | Engineer #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Probe | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Support Your Local Gunfighter | Brawler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Support Your Local Sheriff! | Brawler at Emma's (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Fitzwilly | Man Who Gets Slapped (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | In Like Flint | Zowie Guard in Fabulous Face Gym (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Penelope | Bank Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Duel at Diablo | Stableman at Fort Creel (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Silencers | Student Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Von Ryan's Express | American POW | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Baby the Rain Must Fall | Tough Patron | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Youngblood Hawke | Drunken New Year's Eve Celebrant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Thrill of It All | Mounted Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Ugly American | Late Arrival at Meeting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Capua Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Westbound | Russ | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Badlanders | Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night Passage | Latigo | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Square Jungle | Al Gorski | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | I Died a Thousand Times | Holden (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Panther Girl of the Kongo | Cass | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea | Nautilus Seaman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Seven Brides for Seven Brothers | Member of Second Barn Raising Team (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | 99 River Street | Bud | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Man from the Alamo | Cavish | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Seminole | Scott (as John Day) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Macao | Det. Lt. Daniel Lombardy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Racket | Mannick (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | His Kind of Woman | Seaman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | Detective at Merry-Go-Round (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Invisible Man | Rocky Hanlon | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset in the West | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where the Sidewalk Ends | Scalise Hoodlum (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Backfire | Bingo - Prizefighter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Champion | Johnny Dunne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Raw Deal | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Hucksters | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Kansan | Saloon Brawler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Is the Army | Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Secret Service In Darkest Africa | Cave Heavy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Reporter in Hospital (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Broadway | Andy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Two Girls on Broadway | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | It's a Date | Sleepy-Eyed Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broadway Melody of 1940 | Barker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Fighting 69th | Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dancing Co-Ed | Assistant Stage Director (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stunt Pilot | Tex | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Cafe Society | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
John Daheim - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Daheim?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Daheim is "Strangers on a Train" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has John Daheim acted in?
John Daheim has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Daheim?
Other notable films include "Sunset in the West", "Spartacus", and "The Pride of the Yankees".