Paul Langton
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Paul Langton was an American screen, radio, and television actor best known for his role as Leslie Harrington on the prime time television series Peyton Place (1964-68).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Langton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 43 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Paul Langton's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Langton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dark Shadows, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paul Langton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Langton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Langton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Youngblood Hawke | Glenn Hawke (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Advance to the Rear | Maj. Forsythe (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man's Favorite Sport? | Jim Stern (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 4 for Texas | Beauregard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Dime with a Halo | Mr. Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Three Came to Kill | Ben Scanlon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Big Night | Spencer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Last Angry Man | Jack Vickery (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Invisible Invaders | Lt. Gen. Stone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Cosmic Man | Col. Matthews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | It! The Terror from Beyond Space | Calder | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Girl in the Woods | Luke Plummer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | 1104 Sutton Road | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Chicago Confidential | Jake Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Incredible Shrinking Man | Charlie Carey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Utah Blaine | Rip Coker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Big Knife | Buddy Bliss | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | To Hell and Back | Colonel Howe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Murder Is My Beat | Ray Patrick | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Snow Creature | Dr. Frank Parrish | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Return from the Sea | Lt. Manley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Dan Traver | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Big Leaguer | Brian McLennan | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Kill | Marsh Huddlestone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Holiday for Bill | Bill Kemp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trouble Preferred | Ed Poole | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Song Is Born | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fighting Back | Nick Sanders | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | For You I Die | Johnny Coulter | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Romance of Rosy Ridge | Tom Yeary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Young Doctor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Brother Talks to Horses | Mr. Gillespie | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Till the Clouds Roll By | Oscar Hammerstein II | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Magic on a Stick | John Walker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Ens. 'Andy' Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Purity Squad | Mr. Winthrop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Hidden Eye | Barry Gifford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fall Guy | Joe Brent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Thin Man Goes Home | Tom Clayworth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dark Shadows | Peter Selkin (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gentle Annie | Violet Goss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | Captain 'Ski' York | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | We've Never Been Licked | Naval Officer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Paul Langton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Langton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Langton is "Dark Shadows" with a rating of 9.1/10.
How many movies has Paul Langton acted in?
Paul Langton has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Langton?
Other notable films include "Fall Guy", "The Kill", and "The Hidden Eye".