Joseph La Cava
ActingJoseph La Cava Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joseph La Cava reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joseph La Cava's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Joseph La Cava'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 Some Like It Hot, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joseph La Cava Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joseph La Cava's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joseph La Cava has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Mame | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Black Gunn | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Evil Roy Slade | Bank Customer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Escape from the Planet of the Apes | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Tora! Tora! Tora! | Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Comic | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Yours, Mine and Ours | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Banning | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Point Blank | Conventioneer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Frankie and Johnny | Croupier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Strange Bedfellows | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Youngblood Hawke | Theatregoer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers | Commuter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Looking for Love | Party Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Robin and the 7 Hoods | Juror | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Incredible Mr. Limpet | Officer at Fleet Admiral's Briefing (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Viva Las Vegas | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Days in May | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wheeler Dealers | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Johnny Cool | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gypsy | Audience Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Sammy, the Way-Out Seal | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Advise & Consent | Senator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Tender Is the Night | Bartender (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Comancheros | Dealer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Thieves | Croupier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond | Club Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Holiday for Lovers | Bullfight spectator | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Monster of Piedras Blancas | Mike | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Some Like It Hot | Gangster at Convention (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Man at Campaign HQ (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Joker is Wild | Waiter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sweet Smell of Success | Waiter at 21 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Harder They Fall | Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Steel Trap | Man Exiting Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pat and Mike | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lightning Strikes Twice | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Set-Up | Fight Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Three Daring Daughters | Bartender (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Possessed | Concert Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Who Done It? | Station Employee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ride 'Em Cowboy | Poker Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold That Ghost | Little Fink (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Dance Contestant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Joseph La Cava - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joseph La Cava?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joseph La Cava is "Some Like It Hot" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Joseph La Cava acted in?
Joseph La Cava has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joseph La Cava?
Other notable films include "The Joker is Wild", "Sweet Smell of Success", and "The Set-Up".