C. Henry Gordon
ActingAbout C. Henry Gordon
C. Henry Gordon (born Henry Racke) was an American stage and screen actor. Sources conflict as to whether his June 17 birth date was in 1884 or in 1883. (1884 is most commonly accepted, though most of his obituaries state he died at age 57.)
C. Henry Gordon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of C. Henry Gordon 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 C. Henry Gordon's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 84% of C. Henry Gordon'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 Gay Caballero, which stands out as a key performance.
Best C. Henry Gordon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from C. Henry Gordon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie C. Henry Gordon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum | Dr. Cream | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Women in Hiding | Dr. Mansby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Passport to Alcatraz | Leon Fenten | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | City in Darkness | Prefect of Police J. Romaine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heritage of the Desert | Henry Holderness | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Trapped in the Sky | Fornay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Return of the Cisco Kid | Mexican Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sharpshooters | Kolter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Invisible Enemy | Nikolai Kamarov | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Black Doll | Nelson Rood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stand-In | Ivor Nassau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Conquest | le Prince Poniatowski | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sophie Lang Goes West | Sultan of Padaya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Trapped by G-Men | Kilgour | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Charlie Chan at the Olympics | Arthur Hughes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Trouble in Morocco | Captain Nardant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love Letters of a Star | Lt. Valcour | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Charge of the Light Brigade | Surat Khan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Game | Brad Anthony | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Under Two Flags | Lieutenant Petaine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hollywood Extra Girl | Crusades Actor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Crusades | Philip the Second, King of France | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pursuit | Nick Shawn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death on the Diamond | Joe Karnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hide-Out | Tony Berrelli (the Boss) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Straight Is the Way | Sullivan | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Men in White | Dr. Cunningham | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lazy River | Sam Kee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | This Side of Heaven | William Barnes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Advice to the Lovelorn | Kane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Broadway Thru a Keyhole | Tim Crowley | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Stage Mother | Ricco | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Penthouse | Jim Crelliman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Storm at Daybreak | Panto Nikitch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Made on Broadway | Mayor Starling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gabriel Over the White House | Nick Diamond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Clear All Wires! | Commissar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Kongo | Gregg | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Thirteen Women | Swami Yogadachi | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Washington Masquerade | Alan Hinsdale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Roar of the Dragon | Voronsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | State's Attorney | Attorney Graves | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Doomed Battalion | Italian General | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scarface | Insp. Ben Guarino | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Gay Caballero | Don Paco Morales | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Honor of the Family | Renard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Young as You Feel | Harry Lamson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hush Money | Jack Curtis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Charlie Chan Carries On | John Ross | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Once a Sinner | Serge Ratoff | Super Hit | Similar → |
C. Henry Gordon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of C. Henry Gordon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring C. Henry Gordon is "The Gay Caballero" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has C. Henry Gordon acted in?
C. Henry Gordon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by C. Henry Gordon?
Other notable films include "Hush Money", "Love Letters of a Star", and "Young as You Feel".