Paul Guilfoyle
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Paul Guilfoyle (July 14, 1902 – June 27, 1961) was an American stage, film and television actor. Later in his career, he also directed films and television episodes. Guilfoyle was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He started off working on stage, performing on Broadway in 16 plays according to the Internet Broadway Database, beginning with The Jolly Roger and Cyrano de Bergerac in 1923 and ending with Jayhawker in 1934. He appeared in many films that starred Lee Tracy in the 1930s. In the 1949 crime film White Heat, he played (uncredited) a treacherous prison inmate murdered in cold blood by James Cagney's lead character. He died of a heart attack on June 27, 1961 in Hollywood. He had a son, Anthony. Guilfoyle was interred in Glendale, California's Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Paul Guilfoyle Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul Guilfoyle 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 Paul Guilfoyle's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Paul Guilfoyle'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 Dark Shadows, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul Guilfoyle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Guilfoyle's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul Guilfoyle has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Trial | Cap Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Chief Crazy Horse | Worm | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Apache | Santos | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Torch Song | Monty Rolfe | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Julius Caesar | First Citizen of Rome | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Journey Into Light | Fanatic | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | When I Grow Up | Doc | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | White Heat | Roy Parker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mighty Joe Young | Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Follow Me Quietly | Overbeck | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Virginian | Shorty | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dark Shadows | Dudley Badger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mark of the Whistler | 'Limpy' Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Master Race | Katry | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Fiedler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It Happened Tomorrow | Shep | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Three Russian Girls | Trishin | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The North Star | Iakin | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Petticoat Larceny | Joe 'Tinhorn' Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Time to Kill | Manager, Florence Apartments | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Madero of Mexico | Don Francisco Madero | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Incredible Stranger | The Stranger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Man Who Returned to Life | Clyde Beebe | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Saint In Palm Springs | Clarence 'Pearly' Gates | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | East of the River | Balmy | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Millionaires in Prison | Ox | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Brother Orchid | Red Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Saint Takes Over | Clarence 'Pearly' Gates | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Floyd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Remember the Night | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sabotage | Steve Barsht | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Our Leading Citizen | Jerry Peters | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heritage of the Desert | Snap Thornton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Money to Loan | Hanley's Assistant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Story of Alfred Nobel | Alfred Nobel (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Law West of Tombstone | Bud McQuinn | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Mad Miss Manton | Bat Regan | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Fugitives for a Night | Monks | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Carefree | Elevator Starter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Saint in New York | Hymie Fanro | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blind Alibi | Taggart | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bringing Up Baby | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Double Danger | Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Crashing Hollywood | Herman Tibbets | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Behind The Headlines | Art Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Soldier and the Lady | Vasiley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sea Devils | Charlie - Radio Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Winterset | Garth Esdras | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Special Agent | Williams - Quinn's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
Paul Guilfoyle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Guilfoyle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Guilfoyle is "Dark Shadows" with a rating of 9.1/10.
How many movies has Paul Guilfoyle acted in?
Paul Guilfoyle has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Guilfoyle?
Other notable films include "The Grapes of Wrath", "White Heat", and "Bringing Up Baby".