Lewis J. Stadlen
ActingAbout Lewis J. Stadlen
Lewis J. Stadlen (born March 7, 1947) is an American stage and screen character actor. He is best known for playing Ira Fried in The Sopranos.
Lewis J. Stadlen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lewis J. Stadlen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lewis J. Stadlen's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 39% of Lewis J. Stadlen'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 George M!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lewis J. Stadlen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lewis J. Stadlen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lewis J. Stadlen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | The Nance | Efram | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Banjo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Impostors | Bandleader | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | In & Out | Ed Kenrow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Die Schelme von Schelm | Lekish / Zeinvel / The Peddler (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | I.Q. | Moderator | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Murder by the Book | Norman Wagstaff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Windy City | Marty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | To Be or Not to Be | Lupinsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Verdict | Dr. Gruber | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Soup for One | Allan's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Between the Lines | Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys | Sam Liebowitz | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Serpico | Berman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Parades | Potofski | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Savages | Julian Branch, a Song Writer (as Lewis Stadlen) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Portnoy's Complaint | Mandel (as Lewis Stadlen) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | George M! | Stage Manager | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lewis J. Stadlen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lewis J. Stadlen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lewis J. Stadlen is "George M!" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lewis J. Stadlen acted in?
Lewis J. Stadlen has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lewis J. Stadlen?
Other notable films include "The Nance", "The Man Who Came to Dinner", and "The Verdict".