Mel Ruick
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mel Ruick reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Mel Ruick's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mel Ruick remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in There's One Born Every Minute, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mel Ruick Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mel Ruick's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mel Ruick.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | The Human Duplicators | Dr. Munson (as Melville Ruick) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Taxi | George (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kiss of Death | Moremann's Assistant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | There's One Born Every Minute | Radio Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rings on Her Fingers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man From Headquarters | District Attorney Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lady Has Plans | Announcer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bombay Clipper | Submarine commander | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Remember the Day | Hotel Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sun Valley Serenade | Jimmy Norton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pot o' Gold | Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Man-Made Monster | Defense Attorney (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Kitty Foyle | Bandleader and Violinist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Nellie Kelly | Bandleader (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | We Who Are Young | Police Radio Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broadway Melody of 1940 | Orchestra Leader (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | He Married His Wife | Orchestra Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Music in My Heart | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Navy Blues | Lawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Torture Money | Henchman Red (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sinner Take All | Gangster (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The President's Mystery | Andrew | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Shipmates Forever | Band Leader (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Gilded Lily | English Band Leader (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Mel Ruick - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mel Ruick?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mel Ruick is "There's One Born Every Minute" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Mel Ruick acted in?
Mel Ruick has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mel Ruick?
Other notable films include "Kiss of Death", "Sun Valley Serenade", and "Broadway Melody of 1940".