
Kurt Kasznar
ActingAbout Kurt Kasznar
Kurt Kasznar (August 12, 1913 – August 6, 1979) was a stage, film, and television actor.Kasznar's first major Broadway appearance was in The Happy Time. (He recreated his role for the film version and earned a Golden Globe nomination for his performance.) He also appeared on Broadway in Barefoot in the Park, Waiting for Godot, Six Characters in Search of an Author, and The Sound of Music, for which he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical. Kasznar appeared in more than 80 films and television shows, and had a regular role in the television series Land of the Giants as "Alexander Fitzhugh". His feature films included Lili, Kiss Me, Kate, The Last Time I Saw Paris, My Sister Eileen, A Farewell to Arms and 55 Days at Peking. Description above from the Wikipedia article Kurt Kasznar , licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Kurt Kasznar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kurt Kasznar reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kurt Kasznar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Kurt Kasznar'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 Suddenly, Love, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kurt Kasznar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kurt Kasznar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kurt Kasznar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Suddenly, Love | Dr. Luria | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Cyrano | Ragueneau (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Female Instinct | Alexander Scalamdri | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Once Upon a Dead Man | Edmond Corday | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Smugglers | Willi Raben | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Ambushers | Quintana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Androcles and the Lion | Gladiator's Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Perils of Pauline | Consul General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The King's Pirate | Zucco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Casino Royale | Smernov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Code Name: Heraclitus | Constantine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | 55 Days at Peking | Baron Sergei Ivanoff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Waiting for Godot | Pozzo | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | For the First Time | Ladislas Tabory | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Journey | Csepege | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Arms and the Man | Major Petkoff | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Legend of the Lost | Prefect Dukas | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | A Farewell to Arms | Bonello | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Anything Goes | Victor Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Flame of the Islands | Cyril Mace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | My Sister Eileen | 'Papa' Appopolous | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Jump Into Hell | Captain Jean Callaux | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Last Time I Saw Paris | Maurice | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Run Like a Thief | Alexander | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Valley of the Kings | Hamed Backhour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Great Diamond Robbery | Louie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Kiss Me Kate | "Baptista" | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | All the Brothers Were Valiant | Quint | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Give a Girl a Break | Leo Belney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ride, Vaquero! | Father Antonio | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sombrero | Father Zacaya | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Lili | Jacquot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Time | Uncle Louis Bonnard | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Glory Alley | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lovely to Look at | Max Fogelsby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Talk About a Stranger | Dr. Paul Mahler / Matlock | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Anything Can Happen | Nuri Bey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Light Touch | Mr. Aramescu | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | King of the Circus | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kurt Kasznar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kurt Kasznar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kurt Kasznar is "Suddenly, Love" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Kurt Kasznar acted in?
Kurt Kasznar has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kurt Kasznar?
Other notable films include "Cyrano", "Once Upon a Dead Man", and "55 Days at Peking".




