Charles Seel
ActingAbout Charles Seel
Charles Seel (April 29, 1897 – April 19, 1980) was an American actor. He acted in over 30 films from 1938 to 1974 and appeared in over one hundred titles for television from 1952 to 1974. He was also credited as Charles Seal and Charles F. Seel.
Charles Seel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Seel reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Seel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 37% of Charles Seel'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 Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Seel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Seel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Seel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Alice in Wonderland | (voice) (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Airport 1975 | 50th Anniversary Celebrant - Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Westworld | Bellhop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Sssssss | Old Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duel | Old Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Priest Killer | Sacristan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | One More Train to Rob | Reverand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | This Savage Land | Grandpa Pride | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Winning | Eshovo (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Where Were You When the Lights Went Out? | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Chamber of Horrors | Rev. Dr. Hopewell | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Mister Buddwing | Printer | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Texan at Party (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Great Race | Freight Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | Newspaper Publisher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Lady in a Cage | Mr. Paul (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Tattooed Police Horse | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Solid Gold Girl | The Mining Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Man from Galveston | Mr. Steers (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Donovan's Reef | Grand Uncle Sedley Atterbury Pennyfeather (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tammy and the Doctor | Dr. Smithers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Period of Adjustment | Storekeeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Flashing Spikes | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Election Council President (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Thread of Life | Questioner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cimarron | Charles (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | North to Alaska | Gold Buyer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Pollyanna | Train Conductor (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sergeant Rutledge | Dr. Walter Eckner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Please Don't Eat the Daisies | Upholstery Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pillow Talk | Antique Dealer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | It Started with a Kiss | Stage Doorman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Horse Soldiers | Newton Station Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | I Was a Teenage Frankenstein | Mr. Sexton, the jeweler | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man with the Golden Arm | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Texas Rangers | Bartender (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Not Wanted | Doctor Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Here Comes Mr. Jordan | Board Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blackwell's Island | Surgeon (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Off the Record | Veterinarian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Comet Over Broadway | Jury Foreman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Charles Seel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Seel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Seel is "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Charles Seel acted in?
Charles Seel has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Seel?
Other notable films include "Duel", "The Man with the Golden Arm", and "The Great Race".