Joseph Forte
ActingJoseph Forte Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joseph Forte reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 37 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joseph Forte's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Joseph Forte'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 Sweet Smell of Success, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joseph Forte Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joseph Forte's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joseph Forte has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Roustabout | Concessionaire (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Law of the Lawless | Banker | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Who's Minding the Store? | Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Homicidal | Second Hotel Clerk (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Jayhawkers! | Minister (as Joe Forte) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Managing Editor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Case Against Brooklyn | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sweet Smell of Success | Toots Shor's Waiter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunfight at the O.K. Corral | Tombstone Card Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Buster Keaton Story | Theatre Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mister Cory | William - Vollard's Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Fury at Gunsight Pass | Andrew Ferguson (as Joe Forte) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Cell 2455 Death Row | Lawyer (as Joe Forte) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Young at Heart | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Assignment: Paris | Barker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Roadblock | Brissard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Rodeo King and the Senorita | Dr. Teal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Secret Fury | Lester Martin (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Jerry's Diary | Be Kind to Animals Radio (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Judge | District Attorney (as Joe Forte) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Call Northside 777 | Parole Board Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kilroy Was Here | College Registar (as Joe Forte) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Magnificent Doll | Senator Ainsworth (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Crimson Ghost | Prof. Parker (as Joe Forte) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Utah | Ralph Colby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | King of the Texas Rangers | Prof. Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Panic in the Parlor | Dick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet Strikes Again! | Miss Grayson's Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hitler: Beast of Berlin | Berkley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dick Tracy's G-Men | Stanton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Us Live | Prison Doctor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Pals of the Saddle | Judge Hastings (as Josef Forte) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tell Your Children | Dr. Carroll | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bigger and Better | Store Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Accidental Accidents | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | A Ten-Minute Egg | The Con Man (as Joe Forte) | Flop | Similar → |
Joseph Forte - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joseph Forte?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joseph Forte is "Sweet Smell of Success" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Joseph Forte acted in?
Joseph Forte has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joseph Forte?
Other notable films include "The Last Hurrah", "Gunfight at the O.K. Corral", and "Who's Minding the Store?".