Charles Judels
ActingAbout Charles Judels
Charles Judels (17 August 1882 – 14 February 1969) was a Dutch actor. He first starred on vaudeville in the early 1900s, and made his Broadway stage debut in The Ziegfeld Follies in 1912. Judels appeared in more than 130 American comedy and drama movies and was an expert with dialects. That talent served him well throughout his career. His first film was a comedy, Old Dutch, in 1915. Judels is perhaps best remembered as the cheese store proprietor in Laurel & Hardy's 1938 film Swiss Miss. He also did extensive work as a voice actor in animated films, most notably as the voice of Stromboli in Disney's Pinocchio (1940). His final appearance on screen was as a Danite merchant in Samson and Delilah in 1949.
Charles Judels Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Judels 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 Charles Judels's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Charles Judels'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 Daredevil O'Dare, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Judels Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Judels's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Judels has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Once Upon a Studio | Stromboli (voice) (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now | Herman Bartholdy (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Mighty McGurk | First Brewer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Petrucci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | In Old Sacramento | Tony Marchetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Your Partner | Digby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Kid Dynamite | Nick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Police Bullets | Duke Talbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Chocolate Soldier | Klementov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Law of the Tropics | Captain of River Boat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | I'll Wait for You | A. Bardosch, Nightclub Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Photographer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gold Rush Maisie | Hula Paradise Cafe Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | On Their Own | Giuseppe Galentoni | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strange Cargo | Renard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pinocchio | Stromboli / The Coachman (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ninotchka | Cafe Owner Pere Mathieu (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flirting with Fate | Don Luis Garcia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Diggers in Paris | Barman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Snow Gets in Your Eyes | Schlitz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Otto Schmidt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Reckless Living | Harry Myron | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love and Hisses | Oscar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | High Flyers | Mr. Fontaine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ebb Tide | Port Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Bride Wore Red | Cordellera Bar Proprietor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wife, Doctor and Nurse | Chef | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Rhythm in the Clouds | Luigi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Song of the City | Papa Romandi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maytime | Cabby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | I'd Give My Life | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Give Us This Night | Second Carabiniere | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Florentine Dagger | Salvatore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | My Grandfather's Clock | Philo Holmes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Daredevil O'Dare | Pa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Pugs and Kisses | Frenchy Manejer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | North of Zero | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Howd' Ya Like That? | French Sailor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Good Bad Man | The Bandit (Pancho) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Close Relations | Uncle Ezra Wart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Moonlight and Cactus | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Tamale Vendor | Charles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | War Mamas | German Major | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Take 'em and Shake 'em | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Life of the Party | Mons. LeMaire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | College Lovers | Spectator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Oh, Sailor, Behave! | De Medici | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Cheer Up and Smile | Pierre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Let's Go Places | Du Bonnet (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hot for Paris | Charlott Gouset | Super Hit | Similar → |
Charles Judels - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Judels?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Judels is "Daredevil O'Dare" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Judels acted in?
Charles Judels has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Judels?
Other notable films include "The Tamale Vendor", "Take 'em and Shake 'em", and "The Good Bad Man".