Anthony Caruso
ActingAbout Anthony Caruso
Anthony Caruso (April 7, 1916 – April 4, 2003) was an American character actor in more than one hundred American films, usually playing villains and gangsters, including the first season of Walt Disney's Zorro as Captain Juan Ortega.
Anthony Caruso Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Anthony Caruso reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Anthony Caruso's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 94% of Anthony Caruso'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 Joe Piscopo Special, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Anthony Caruso Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anthony Caruso's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Anthony Caruso has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Alan Ladd: The True Quiet Man | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sur Violento | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Discriminación Maldita | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Man Against the Mob | Joe Benedetti | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Joe Piscopo Special | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Mission to Glory: A True Story | Father Rodriguez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Legend of Earl Durand | Sheriff Trask | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Flap | Silver Dollar (Tribal Chief) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Young Dillinger | Rocco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Never Steal Anything Small | Lt. Tevis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Legion of the Doomed | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Joe Dakota | Marcus Vizzini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Lawless Eighties | Wolf Chief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Big Land | Brog | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tennessee's Partner | Turner (as Tony Caruso) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Jail Busters | Percival P. Lannigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Phantom of the Rue Morgue | Jacques the One-Eyed | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Steel Lady | Zagora | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | A Star Shall Rise | Sherpherd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Desert Pursuit | Hassan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Boots Malone | Joe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pals of the Golden West | Lucky Grillo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | His Kind of Woman | Tony (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Prisoners in Petticoats | Nicky Bowman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Asphalt Jungle | Louis Ciavelli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | To the Victor | Nikki | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Devil Ship | Venetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Where There's Life | John Fulda | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Wild Harvest | Pete | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | News Hounds | Dapper Dan Greco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | They Won't Believe Me | Tough Patient (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Favorite Brunette | First Man on Death Row (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Marine Corporal Playing Jukebox (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Star in the Night | Jose Santos | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pride of the Marines | Johnny Rivers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Objective, Burma! | Miggleori | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Maisie Goes to Reno | George (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | U-Boat Prisoner | Benny, Seaman's Union Hall Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Racket Man | Cpl. Tony Ciccardi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Phantom | Count Silento (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Whistling in Brooklyn | Henchman Fingers (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Girl from Monterrey | Alberto 'Baby' Valdez | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Watch on the Rhine | Italian Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | Hired Gun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Across the Pacific | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Corsican Brothers | Baron's Henchman (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Half-breed at Riel's HQ (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Bride Wore Crutches | Max | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Joe - Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
Anthony Caruso - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anthony Caruso?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anthony Caruso is "The Joe Piscopo Special" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Anthony Caruso acted in?
Anthony Caruso has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anthony Caruso?
Other notable films include "Legion of the Doomed", "Man Against the Mob", and "Boots Malone".