John Hodiak
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John Hodiak (April 16, 1914 – October 19, 1955) was an American actor who worked in radio and film. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Hodiak, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
John Hodiak Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Hodiak reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Hodiak's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of John Hodiak'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 Song of Russia, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Hodiak Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hodiak's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Hodiak has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | On the Threshold of Space | Maj. Ward Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Trial | District Attorney John J. Armstrong | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dragonfly Squadron | Maj. Matthew Brady | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Conquest of Cochise | Cochise | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mission Over Korea | Capt. George P. Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ambush at Tomahawk Gap | McCord | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Battle Zone | Daniel Young | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Sellout | Charles 'Chick' Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Across the Wide Missouri | Brecan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The People Against O'Hara | District Attorney Louis Barra | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Night Into Morning | Tom Lawry | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Miniver Story | Spike Romway | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Lady Without Passport | Peter Karczag INS aka Josef Gombush | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Ambush | Capt. Ben Lorrison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Malaya | Kellar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Battleground | Jarvess | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Bribe | Tugwell 'Tug' Hintten | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Command Decision | Col. Edward Rayton Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Homecoming | Dr. Robert Sunday | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Love from a Stranger | Manuel Cortez | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desert Fury | Eddie Bendix | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Arnelo Affair | Tony Arnelo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Somewhere in the Night | George W. Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Smart People | Ace Connors | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Harvey Girls | Ned Trent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Bell for Adano | Maj. Victor P. Joppolo | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sunday Dinner for a Soldier | Sgt. Eric Moore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Marriage Is a Private Affair | Lt. Thomas "Tom" Cochrane West | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Maisie Goes to Reno | Philip Francis 'Flip' Hennahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Song of Russia | Boris Bulganov | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lifeboat | John Kovac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Shift Maisie | Clerk (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | I Dood It | Roy Hartwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Stranger in Town | Hart Ridges | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Back of the Mike | - | Flop | Similar → |
John Hodiak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Hodiak?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Hodiak is "Song of Russia" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Hodiak acted in?
John Hodiak has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Hodiak?
Other notable films include "Lifeboat", "Homecoming", and "Trial".