Tom Santschi
ActingAbout Tom Santschi
Tom Santschi was an American leading man and character actor of the silent film era. Additionally, he directed numerous films during the mid 1910s.
Tom Santschi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tom Santschi 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 Tom Santschi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 4% of Tom Santschi'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 Tracked by the Police, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tom Santschi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom Santschi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tom Santschi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Trapped | Capt. William Baxter | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Ten Nights in a Bar-room | Simon Slade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | King of the Wild | Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | River's End | Shotwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Utah Kid | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Du Barry, Woman of Passion | Bit role (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Paradise Island | Dutch Mike Lutze | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Vultures of the Sea | Grim Hawley - Sea Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Adventurous Soul | Captain Svenson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Old San Francisco | Captain Stoner - in Prologue | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | When a Man Loves | Captain of Convict Boat | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Eyes of the Totem | Philip La Rue | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Tracked by the Police | 'Sandy' Sturgeon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Hills of Kentucky | Ben Harley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Forlorn River | Bill Hall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | 3 Bad Men | 'Bull' Stanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Hands Across the Border | Breen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | My Own Pal | August Deering | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Primrose Path | Big Joe Snead | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Paths to Paradise | Chief of Detectives Callahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Little Robinson Crusoe | Captain Dynes | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Cradle of Courage | Tierney | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Little Orphant Annie | Dave Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Who Shall Take My Life? | Big Bill O'Shaughnessy (as Thomas Santschi) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Crisis | Stephen Brice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Adventures of Kathlyn | Bruce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Spoilers | Alex McNamara | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Garden of Brides | John Bruce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Three Bags of Silver | John Bruce (as Thomas Santschi) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Royal Slave | John Bruce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Two Ordeals | John Bruce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Adventures of Kathlyn | John Bruce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Thor, Lord of the Jungles | Jan Karl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Alone in the Jungle | Bob Arden | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Alas! Poor Yorick! | Deranged Actor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Greater Wealth | Ed Young | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Mike's Brainstorm | Mike Rosenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Kings of the Forest | Fritz - Sona's Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Monte Cristo | Danglars | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Mate of the Alden Bessie | The 'Sea Lawyer' | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Maid at the Helm | Stone - First Mate of the Dakota | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | Lost in the Jungle | Undetermined Role | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | Shipwrecked | Joe Runyon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Blacksmith's Love | Joe Saunders - the Blacksmith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | Back to the Primitive | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | In Old California When the Gringos Came | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | The Sergeant | Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | Briton and Boer | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | Ben's Kid | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1909 | In the Sultan's Power | - | Flop | Similar → |
Tom Santschi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom Santschi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Santschi is "Tracked by the Police" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Tom Santschi acted in?
Tom Santschi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom Santschi?
Other notable films include "3 Bad Men", "The Cradle of Courage", and "River's End".