Carl Switzer
ActingAbout Carl Switzer
Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer was born on August 7, 1927 in Paris, Illinois, USA as Carl Dean Switzer. He was an actor, known for The Defiant Ones (1958), Our Gang Follies of 1938(1937) and I Love You Again (1940). He was married to Dian Collingwood. He died on January 21, 1959 in Mission Hills, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Carl Switzer reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Carl Switzer'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 86% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Carl Switzer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Going Hollywood: The '30s, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Carl Switzer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Carl Switzer's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Carl Switzer.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D | Alfalfa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Going Hollywood: The '30s | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Rascal Dazzle | Alfalfa (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Defiant Ones | Angus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | Slave (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | This Is My Love | Customer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | White Christmas | Bennie Haynes (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Island in the Sky | Sonny Hopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | House by the River | Walter Herbert, office boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Letter to Three Wives | Leo, Second Messenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | State of the Union | Bellboy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Driftwood | Messenger boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Freddie Othello (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Going My Way | Herman Langerhanke (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | There's One Born Every Minute | Junior Twine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Blonde | Frederick (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Waldo's Last Stand | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Good Bad Boys | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Love You Again | Leonard Harkspur Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bubbling Troubles | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Time Out for Lessons | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Captain Spanky's Show Boat | Alfalfa | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Auto Antics | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Joy Scouts | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Football Romeo | Alfalfa | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hide and Shriek | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Awful Tooth | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Feed 'em and Weep | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Came the Brawn | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bear Facts | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Canned Fishing | Alfalfa | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mail and Female | Alfalfa / Cousin Amelia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Pigskin Palooka | Alfalfa | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Framing Youth | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fishy Tales | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night 'n' Gales | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Roamin' Holiday | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Three Smart Boys | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Rushin' Ballet | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hearts Are Thumps | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Glove Taps | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Pay As You Exit | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Two Too Young | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bored of Education | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Second Childhood | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Lucky Corner | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Little Papa | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sprucin' Up | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Teacher's Beau | Alfalfa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Beginner's Luck | Tom (Arizona Nightengales) | Hit | Similar → |
Carl Switzer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Carl Switzer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carl Switzer is "Going Hollywood: The '30s" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Carl Switzer acted in?
Carl Switzer has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Carl Switzer?
Other notable films include "The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D", "This Is My Love", and "It's a Wonderful Life".