Crane Whitley
ActingAbout Crane Whitley
Crane Whitley was born on October 28, 1899 in New York City, New York, USA as Clement Samuel Wilenchick. He was an actor, known for The Tiger Woman (1944), The Pilgrimage Play (1949) and Captain America (1944). He died on February 28, 1958 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Crane Whitley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Crane Whitley reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Crane Whitley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 62% of Crane Whitley'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 Underground Agent, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Crane Whitley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Crane Whitley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Crane Whitley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Spy Smasher Returns | Dr. Hauser | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Hannah Lee: An American Primitive | Barfly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Treasure of the Golden Condor | Ruffian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Red Mountain | Cavalry Major | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | California Passage | Vigilante in Mob (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Savage Horde | Greb | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Damned Don't Cry | Eddie Hart - Syndicate Boss (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Hellfire | Tex (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Crooked Way | Doctor Kemble / Off-Screen Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Shockproof | Foreman (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Countess of Monte Cristo | 1st Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Walk a Crooked Mile | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Secret Beyond the Door | Levender Falls Husband (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Where There's Life | Assassin With Cane | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Case of the Baby-Sitter | Charlie Moore, hotel manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Pursued | General (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | O.S.S. | Arnheim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Lost Weekend | Waiter at Harry & Joe's Bar (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hold That Blonde! | Newspaper Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Affairs of Susan | Colonel (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Phantoms, Inc. | Inspector Becker | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Scarlet Clue | Henchman Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Power of the Whistler | Police Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | To Have and Have Not | Gaulist (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Oh, What a Night! | Sullivan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Till We Meet Again | Man with Silver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Tiger Woman | Tom Dagget | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Louie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Fighting Seabees | Lt. Cmdr. Hunter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Around the World | American Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | For God and Country | Chaplain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Undercover: How to Operate Behind Enemy Lines | A.T. Atkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reunion in France | Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Underground Agent | Giuseppe Ormanti | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | Gardener | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Who Done It? | Radio Actor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | German Sentry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gallant Lady | Pete Saunders | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Spy Smasher | Hauser | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Blonde | Ulrich - Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Underground | Gestapo Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hold That Woman! | Defense Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Minor Role (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie McCarthy, Detective | Henchman Pete | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Flying Deuces | Corporal | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Television Spy | Tamley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | S.O.S Tidal Wave | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Last Warning | Detective Slocumbe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Man to Remember | Tough Guy Funeral Observer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Crane Whitley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Crane Whitley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Crane Whitley is "Underground Agent" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Crane Whitley acted in?
Crane Whitley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Crane Whitley?
Other notable films include "The Last Warning", "Spy Smasher Returns", and "Charlie McCarthy, Detective".