Otto Kruger
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Otto Kruger (September 6, 1885 – September 6, 1974) was an American actor who began his career in 1915. His career was most prolific during the 1930s and 1940s.
Otto Kruger Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Otto Kruger reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Otto Kruger's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Otto Kruger'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 Two Sinners, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Otto Kruger Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Otto Kruger's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Otto Kruger has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Sex and the Single Girl | Dr. Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Della | Walter Garrick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm | The King (segment "The Singing Bone") | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cash McCall | Will Atherson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Philadelphians | John Marshall Wharton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Colossus of New York | Dr. William Spensser | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Last Command | Stephen F. Austin | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Desert Song | General Birabeau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Black Widow | Gordon Ling | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Magnificent Obsession | Edward Randolph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | High Noon | Judge Percy Mettrick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Payment on Demand | Ted Prescott | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | 711 Ocean Drive | Carl Stephans | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Romance on the High Seas | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Duel in the Sun | Mr. Langford | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Woman Who Came Back | Rev. Jim Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Allotment Wives | Whitey Colton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Jungle Captive | Dr. Stendahl | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Wonder Man | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Murder, My Sweet | Jules Amthor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Cover Girl | John Coudair | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Tarzan's Desert Mystery | Paul Hendrix | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Otto Kruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Night Plane from Chungking | Albert Pasavy | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Power of the Press | Howard Raskin | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hitler's Children | Colonel Henkel | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Friendly Enemies | Anton Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Charles Tobin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Men in Her Life | Victor | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Mercy Island | Dr. Sanderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Big Boss | Jim Maloney | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Dispatch from Reuters | Dr. Magnus | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Man I Married | Heinrich Hoffman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet | Dr. Emil Von Behring | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Van Slack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Disbarred | Tyler Craden | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Thanks for the Memory | Gil Morrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | I Am the Law | Eugene Ferguson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Counsel for Crime | William Mellon | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Won't Forget | Michael Gleason | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Glamorous Night | King Stefan | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dracula's Daughter | Jeffrey Garth | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Lady of Secrets | David Eastman | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two Sinners | Henry Vane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vanessa: Her Love Story | Ellis Herries | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Chained | Richard I. Field | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Treasure Island | Doctor Livesey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Men in White | Dr. Levine | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gallant Lady | Phillip Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Beauty for Sale | Mr. Sherwood | Hit | Similar → |
Otto Kruger - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Otto Kruger?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Otto Kruger is "Two Sinners" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Otto Kruger acted in?
Otto Kruger has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Otto Kruger?
Other notable films include "High Noon", "The Young Philadelphians", and "Murder, My Sweet".