Russell Gleason
ActingAbout Russell Gleason
Russell Gleason (February 6, 1908 – December 25, 1945) was an American actor who began his career at the very beginning of the talking film era. Born into an acting family, one of his earliest roles was in the 1930 classic film, All Quiet on the Western Front. While still in the middle of a successful acting career, Gleason joined the U.S. Army in late 1943, during World War II. While awaiting deployment to Europe in December 1945 in New York City, Gleason fell to his death from a hotel window. He was the son of actors Lucille and James Gleason.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Russell Gleason reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Russell Gleason's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Russell Gleason remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in All Quiet on the Western Front, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Russell Gleason Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Russell Gleason's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Russell Gleason.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Swing Fever | Sergeant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Shift Maisie | Inspector (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Salute to the Marines | Pvt. Hanks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Seeing Hands | Ben Helwig (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fingers at the Window | Ogilvie | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Dudes Are Pretty People | Brad Benton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unexpected Uncle | Tommy Turner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Earl of Puddlestone | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Grandpa Goes To Town | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young as You Feel | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Money To Burn | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Covered Trailer | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Here I Am a Stranger | Tom Sortwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Should Husbands Work? | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | News Is Made at Night | Albert Hockman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | My Wife's Relatives | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Undercover Agent | Bill Trent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Everybody's Baby | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Down on the Farm | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Safety in Numbers | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Trip to Paris | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Higgins Family | Sidney Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Love on a Budget | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borrowing Trouble | Herbert Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sunday Night at the Trocadero | Russell Gleason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hot Water | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Big Business | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Off to the Races | Herbert Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury Below | Jim Cole III | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Tenderfoot Goes West | Wellington Pike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hitch Hike To Heaven | Daniel Delaney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Condemned to Live | David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hot Tip | Ben Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Can't Escape | Tom Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Private Jones | Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Always Kickin' | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Off His Base | Jerry Minor Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Strange Case of Clara Deane | Norman Ware | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Nice Women | Bill Wells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Homicide Squad | Joe Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Beyond Victory | Bud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Laugh and Get Rich | Larry Owens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sisters | Eddie Collins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | All Quiet on the Western Front | Mueller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Officer O'Brien | Johnny Dale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Seven Faces | Georges Dufeyel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Sophomore | Dutch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Flying Fool | Jimmy Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Strange Cargo | Hungerford | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Shady Lady | Haley | Flop | Similar → |
Russell Gleason - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Russell Gleason?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Russell Gleason is "All Quiet on the Western Front" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Russell Gleason acted in?
Russell Gleason has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Russell Gleason?
Other notable films include "Here I Am a Stranger", "Salute to the Marines", and "Unexpected Uncle".