John Karlsen
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Karlsen 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 Karlsen'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Karlsen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 8½, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Karlsen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Karlsen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Karlsen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Screw Loose | Dr. Caputo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Sandman | Spalanzini | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Il Conte Max | Maggiordomo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Tonight at Alice's | Father-in-law | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Frankenstein Unbound | Parson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Church | Heinrich | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure | Evil Duke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Little Devil | Padre confessore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Devils of Monza | Don Carlo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | I Love N.Y. | Butler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Good King Dagobert | Corbus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Warning | Ferdinando Violante | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Velvet Hands | il notaio | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Black Stallion | Archeologist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The New Godfathers | membro della Commissione Narcotici | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Fellini's Casanova | Lord Talou | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Messiah | Caiaphas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Sex Machine | capo delle spie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Footprints on the Moon | Alfredo Laurenti / Alfred Lowenthal (as John Carlsen) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | What? | Edward | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Slaughter Hotel | Professor Osterman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Stanza 17-17 palazzo delle tasse, ufficio imposte | venditore di cassaforti | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Tre nel mille | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Laughing Woman | Manservant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | I See Naked | Psychiatrist | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Spirits of the Dead | Schoolmaster (segment "William Wilson") (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Phenomenal and the Treasure of Tutankamen | Professor Micklewitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | L'oro di Londra | Ed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Sicily Barbers | chimico tedesco | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Mission Stardust | Crest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Christmas That Almost Wasn't | Blossom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Requiem for a Secret Agent | Franco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Francis of Assisi | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | El Greco | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Agent 3S3, Massacre in the Sun | Mikhailovic's Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The She Beast | Count von Helsing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Modesty Blaise | Oleg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Me, Me, Me... and the Others | Producer | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Amazing Doctor G | Stevenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Crack in the World | Dr. Reynolds | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Dolls | Husband (segment "La minestra") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Crypt of the Vampire | Franz Karnstein (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Boom | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 8½ | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Totò e Peppino divisi a Berlino | nazista | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Witch's Curse | Burgomeister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Pontius Pilate | Roman Senator | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Werewolf in a Girls' Dormitory | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Battle of the Worlds | Supervising Commissioner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Beautiful Legs of Sabrina | - | Hit | Similar → |
John Karlsen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Karlsen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Karlsen is "8½" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has John Karlsen acted in?
John Karlsen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Karlsen?
Other notable films include "The Beautiful Legs of Sabrina", "The Black Stallion", and "Agent 3S3, Massacre in the Sun".