Leo White
ActingAbout Leo White
Leo White (born Leo Weiss) grew up in England and began his stage career there. In 1910 he came to the United States and the following year started working in Silent films. Typically cast as a dapper continental villain or a nobleman, White frequently played uncredited bit parts and as a character actor in many Charlie Chaplin productions. Multiple online sites indicate that he was born in 1882. However his grave marker clearly presents birth year as having been 1873.
Leo White Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leo White reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leo White's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Leo White'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 A Burlesque on the Opera "Carmen", which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leo White Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leo White's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leo White has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | The Best of Laurel and Hardy | Sailor at Table (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | A Burlesque on the Opera "Carmen" | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Pedestrian Onlooker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Always Together | Interior Decorator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Hollywood Wonderland | Sketch Artist Taking Tour / Gypsy (the latter a clip from "Gypsy Sweetheart", 1935) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Lady on a Train | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Arsenic and Old Lace | Man in Phone Booth (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Henri's Assistant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Background to Danger | Whispering Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Casablanca | Emile - Waiter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gentleman Jim | Headwaiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Letter | Man at Trial (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Great Dictator | Hynkel's Barber (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Dance Contest Observer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Sea Hawk | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Torrid Zone | Smiling Man to Whom Lee Sings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Each Dawn I Die | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Naughty But Nice | Extra in Courtroom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Women in the Wind | Mechanic / Cleveland Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tassels in the Air | Omay (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Espionage | Barber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Ben - The Hot Dog Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Guns of the Pecos | Poker Player | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Keystone Hotel | Frenchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pop Goes the Easel | French Art Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Leo (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Scarlet Empress | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Sadie McKee | Skinny Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Fashions of 1934 | French Couturier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Only Yesterday | New Year's Eve Reveler (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Invisible Man | 2nd Man Calling Police ('Frost')(uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady for a Day | Pierre (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Pilgrimage | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Grand Hotel | Hotel Porter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Jewel Robbery | Assistant Robber (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Huddle | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Beauty and the Boss | Man in Elevator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Arsène Lupin | Jeweller (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Anna Christie | Man at Bar (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans | Barber (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ | Sanballat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Lost World | Percy Potts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Why Worry? | Herculeo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Chase Me Charlie | Duke De Durti-Dog | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Easy Street | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Vagabond | Old Jew / Gypsy Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Tramp | First Thief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Champion | Crooked gambler | Hit | Similar → |
Leo White - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leo White?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leo White is "A Burlesque on the Opera "Carmen"" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Leo White acted in?
Leo White has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leo White?
Other notable films include "The Great Dictator", "Casablanca", and "Keystone Hotel".