Louis Guss
ActingAbout Louis Guss
Louis Guss was an American character actor with a long line of screen credits, having appeared in hundreds of TV series, feature films and stage productions, specializing in blue-collar ethnic roles, over a five decade career.
Louis Guss Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Louis Guss reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Louis Guss's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Louis Guss'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 The Third Girl from the Left, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Louis Guss Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Louis Guss's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Louis Guss has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Crew | Jerry 'The Hammer' Fungo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Yards | Nathan Grodner | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Two Family House | Donato | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Night Falls on Manhattan | Court Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Counterfeit Contessa | Anthony Nardino | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Cemetery Club | Ed Bonfigliano | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Used People | Uncle Normy | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Slaves of New York | Vardig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Original Sin | Rossi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Frank Nitti: The Enforcer | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Moonstruck | Raymond Capomaggi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Seize the Day | Rubin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Highlander | Newsvendor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vasectomy: A Delicate Matter | Grandpa Ragon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Sno-Line | Gus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Clue According to Sherlock Holmes | Mr. Loomis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Willie & Phil | Mr. D'Amico | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Beggarman, Thief | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | New York, New York | Frankie Harte Band Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Fun with Dick and Jane | Phone Co. Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Nickelodeon | Dinsdale | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | No Deposit, No Return | Freddie | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Lucky Lady | Bernie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Art of Crime | Dodo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Lepke | Max Rubin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Terror on the 40th Floor | Charley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Harry and Tonto | Dominic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Super Cops | Police Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Crazy Joe | Magliocco | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Third Girl from the Left | Murray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Godfather | Don Zaluchi (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Ready for the People | Joe Damico | Flop | Similar → |
Louis Guss - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Louis Guss?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Louis Guss is "The Third Girl from the Left" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Louis Guss acted in?
Louis Guss has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Louis Guss?
Other notable films include "The Godfather", "Harry and Tonto", and "Moonstruck".