Peter Leeds
ActingPeter Leeds Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Peter Leeds 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 Peter Leeds's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Peter Leeds'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 Harder They Fall, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Peter Leeds Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Leeds's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Peter Leeds has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Dragnet | Roy Grest | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Senior Trip | Mickey's Friend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Blitzkrieg Bop! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat | Juan / Various Characters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Eight on the Lam | Marty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Oscar | Stage Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Harlow | Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wheeler Dealers | Arthur Watkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Facts of Life | Thompson, the Dry Cleaner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Please Don't Eat the Daisies | Mackay's Secretary (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Rookie | Seville Quare | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | High School Big Shot | Mr. Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Girls Town | Michael Clyde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The 30 Foot Bride of Candy Rock | Bill Burton | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Scarface Mob | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Kiss Them for Me | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bombers B-52 | TV Quiz Show Director (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tea and Sympathy | Headmaster at Bonfire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Behind the High Wall | First Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Harder They Fall | Dundee Fight Ring Announcer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | I'll Cry Tomorrow | Richard | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bobby Ware Is Missing | Mackey of F.B.I. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Mr. Trasker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Love Me or Leave Me | Fred Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Interrupted Melody | Dr. Ed Ryson | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man on a Bus | Enoch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tight Spot | Fred Packer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Atomic Kid | Agent Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Last Time I Saw Paris | Barney | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Adventures of Hajji Baba | Merchant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Garage Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | 99 River Street | Nat Finley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Come Back, Little Sheba | Milkman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Never Wave at a WAC | Nick Laharis (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Ma and Pa Kettle Back on the Farm | Manson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Life with Buster Keaton | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Frogmen | Pharmacist's Mate | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Katie Did It | Burton | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Dial 1119 | Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Saddle Tramp | Springer | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town | Tall Beautician (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | D.O.A. | Leo - Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Lady Gambles | Jack Harris - Hotel Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | That Brennan Girl | Bergie (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crash Dive | Shore Police | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reunion in France | Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Secret Code | Henchman Carl Hiecke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Don Winslow of the Navy | Seaman Chapman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pacific Blackout | Air Raid Warden | Average | Similar → |
Peter Leeds - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Leeds?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Leeds is "The Harder They Fall" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Peter Leeds acted in?
Peter Leeds has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Leeds?
Other notable films include "Come Back, Little Sheba", "The Scarface Mob", and "Life with Buster Keaton".