Paul Picerni
ActingAbout Paul Picerni
As a child Paul Picerni had aspirations to become an attorney until he acted in an eighth-grade play and later learned that the school principal liked his performance and called him "a born actor". He next appeared in little theater productions, then (after World War II Air Force service) on the stage at Loyola University. Picerni was acting in a play in Hollywood when he was spotted by Solly V. Bianco, head of talent at Warner Brothers; brought to the studio, the young actor was given a role in Le grand assaut(1950). This WWII actioner turned out to be aptly named, as it led to a Warners contract for Picerni and a long succession of roles at that studio. Best-known for his second-banana role on the TV classic Les incorruptibles (1959) with Robert Stack, Picerni is the father of eight and grandfather of ten. - IMDb Mini Biography
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Picerni 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: Drama
The majority of Paul Picerni'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Picerni remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Tanks Are Coming, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paul Picerni Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Picerni's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Picerni.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | The Adventures of Errol Flynn | Self - Flynn Co-Star (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Escape to Athena | Zeno's Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Capricorn One | Jerry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Something for Joey | Joe Paterno | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kotch | Dr. Caudillo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Old Man Who Cried Wolf | Det. Green | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Airport | Dr. Compagno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Land Raiders | Carney / Arturo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Scalphunters | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fury River | Guy Perro | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Strangers When We Meet | Arthur Gerandi | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Philadelphians | Louis Donetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Torpedo Run | Lt. Burt Fisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Man Who Died Twice | George | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Marjorie Morningstar | Philip Berman | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Return to Warbow | Deputy sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Brothers Rico | Gino Rico | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Operation Mad Ball | Pvt. Bullard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Big Caper | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Shadow on the Window | Bigelow | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Flight to Hong Kong | Michael Quisto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Miracle in the Rain | Priest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bobby Ware Is Missing | Alfred Gledhill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | To Hell and Back | Valentino | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Lord of the Jungle | Paul Gavin | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Hell's Island | Eduardo Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Dial Red O | Norman Roper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Adventures of Hajji Baba | Nurel-Din | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Bounty Hunter | Jud | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pushover | Usher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riding Shotgun | Bob Purdee (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Drive a Crooked Road | Carl | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | His Majesty O'Keefe | Spanish Ship Owner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Desert Song | Hassan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | House of Wax | Scott Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | She's Back on Broadway | Jud Kellogg | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Cattle Town | Pepe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Tanks Are Coming | Danny Kolowicz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Force of Arms | Sheridan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Worth | Joe Castro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | Jeff Riordan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | I Was a Communist for the FBI | Joe Cvetic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Operation Pacific | Jonesy | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Breakthrough | Pvt. Edward P. Rojeck | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Three Secrets | Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Killer That Stalked New York | Health Department Investigator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Saddle Tramp | Denver | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Secret Fury | Dr. Roth (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Twelve O'Clock High | Bombardier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Beyond Glory | Second Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Paul Picerni - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Picerni?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Picerni is "The Tanks Are Coming" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Paul Picerni acted in?
Paul Picerni has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Picerni?
Other notable films include "The Adventures of Errol Flynn", "The Young Philadelphians", and "Beyond Glory".