John Karlsen
ActingJohn Karlsen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Karlsen 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 John Karlsen's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of John Karlsen'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 8½, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Karlsen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Karlsen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Karlsen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | The Order | Eden's Manservant | Average | Similar → |
| 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 | 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 "Requiem for a Secret Agent", "The Beautiful Legs of Sabrina", and "The Black Stallion".