John Litel
ActingAbout John Litel
John Litel was an American stage, screen, and television actor. From 1919 to 1936 he performed in several plays on Broadway. In 1929 he began appearing in films and was in over 200 movies throughout his career. Litel often played supporting roles such as hard-nosed cops and district attorneys. He appeared in many television series. John Litel's acting career concluded in 1967.
John Litel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Litel reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. 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 Litel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of John Litel'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 My Dog Rusty, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Litel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Litel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Litel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Nevada Smith | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Sons of Katie Elder | Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Williams, Ad Council Board Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Police Inspector McCrary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Houseboat | Mr. William Farnsworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Decision at Sundown | Charles Summerton | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Judge Davidson | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Scaramouche | Dr. Dubuque | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fuller Brush Girl | Mr. Watkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye | Police Chief Sam Tolgate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman in Hiding | John Chandler | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Rusty Saves a Life | Hugh Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rusty Leads the Way | Hugh Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Pitfall | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Key Largo | Dispatcher (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | I, Jane Doe | Horton | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Dog Rusty | Hugh Mitchell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Heaven Only Knows | Reverend Wainwright | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Beginning or the End | K.T. Keller | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sister Kenny | Medical Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Brewster's Millions | Swearengen Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crime Doctor | Emilio Caspari, the mystery man | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Kid Glove Killer | Matty | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Died with Their Boots On | Gen. Phil Sheridan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lady with Red Hair | Charles Bryant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Knute Rockne All American | Committee Chairman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Harry McNamara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Virginia City | Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Prison Chaplain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Child is Born | Dr. Brett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Return of Doctor X | Dr. Flegg | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Dress Parade | Col. Michael Riker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Prosecutor | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase | Carson Drew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew... Trouble Shooter | Carson Drew | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Matt Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew... Reporter | Carson Drew | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Declaration of Independence | Thomas Jefferson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Nancy Drew… Detective | Carson Drew | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Mr. Monroe, Prosecuting Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | My Bill | John C. Rudlin | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | Jean La Cour | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Post | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Ralph Ferris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of Emile Zola | Charpentier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Slim | Wyatt Ranstead | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Gordon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Tommy Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Give Me Liberty | Patrick Henry | Average | Similar → |
John Litel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Litel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Litel is "My Dog Rusty" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Litel acted in?
John Litel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Litel?
Other notable films include "Key Largo", "Pocketful of Miracles", and "The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse".