
Richard Karlan
ActingRichard Karlan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Karlan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Karlan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Richard Karlan'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 Pocketful of Miracles, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Karlan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Karlan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Karlan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Betrayal | Adam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Star! | David Holtzmann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Inside the Mafia | Chins Dayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Man Who Died Twice | Santoni | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Crooked Circle | Sam Lattimer | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Rock All Night | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Accused of Murder | Chad Bayless | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hollywood or Bust | Sammy Ross | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy | Hetsut | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Captain Kidd and the Slave Girl | Capt. Avery | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | All the Brothers Were Valiant | Sam (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Blowing Wild | Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Scared Stiff | Gangster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Tangier Incident | Rosnov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | O. Henry's Full House | Headwaiter (segment "The Cop and the Anthem") (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie | Mike Kava | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Sailor Beware | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Unknown Man | Police Lieutenant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Racket | Breeze Enright | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Rhubarb | Pencil Louie (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bright Victory | Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sierra Passage | Bart | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Union Station | Detective Stein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Snow Dog | Biroff | Flop | Similar → |
Richard Karlan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Karlan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Karlan is "Pocketful of Miracles" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Richard Karlan acted in?
Richard Karlan has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Karlan?
Other notable films include "Star!", "Bright Victory", and "O. Henry's Full House".




