Jeff Corey
ActingAbout Jeff Corey
Jeff Corey (August 10, 1914 – August 16, 2002) was an American stage and screen actor and director who became a well-respected acting teacher after being blacklisted in the 1950s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jeff Corey reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jeff Corey's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 68% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jeff Corey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Shocking Miss Pilgrim, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jeff Corey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeff Corey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jeff Corey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | From Russia to Hollywood: The 100-Year Odyssey of Chekhov and Shdanoff | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Alan Ladd: The True Quiet Man | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Burt Lancaster: Daring to Reach | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bird on a Wire | Lou Baird | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | A Deadly Silence | Judge Harvey W. Sherman | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Boy Who Left Home to Find Out About the Shivers | Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Conan the Destroyer | Grand Vizier | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid | (in "The Killers") (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Cry for the Strangers | Riley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Wild Geese | Mr Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Captains Courageous | Salters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Oh, God! | Rabbi Silverstone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Last Tycoon | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Shoot Out | Trooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Little Big Man | Wild Bill Hickok | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Getting Straight | Dr. Edward Willhunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Movie Murderer | Collier Landis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid | Sheriff Ray Bledsoe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | True Grit | Tom Chaney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Boston Strangler | John Asgeirsson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | In Cold Blood | Mr. Hickock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Seconds | Mr. Ruby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Cincinnati Kid | Hoban | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Once a Thief | Lieutenant Kebner | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Sergeant in 'A Southern Yankee' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Red Mountain | Sgt. Skee | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Only the Valiant | Joe Harmony | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fourteen Hours | Police Sgt. Farley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Rawhide | Luke Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Outriders | Keeley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Follow Me Quietly | Police Sgt. Art Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Home of the Brave | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Wreck of the Hesperus | Joshua Hill | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Alias a Gentleman | Zu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Brute Force | 'Freshman' Stack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Miracle on 34th Street | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Clem (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Shocking Miss Pilgrim | Stenographer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Blinky Franklin (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Somewhere in the Night | Bank Teller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Moon Is Down | Albert (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man | Llanwelly Cemetery Keeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tennessee Johnson | Captain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Girl Trouble | Mr. Mooney (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Syncopation | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Man Who Wouldn't Die | Tim Larsen | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Roxie Hart | Orderly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | All That Money Can Buy | Tom Sharp (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Third Finger, Left Hand | Johann (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | I Am the Law | Thug (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Jeff Corey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeff Corey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeff Corey is "The Shocking Miss Pilgrim" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Jeff Corey acted in?
Jeff Corey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeff Corey?
Other notable films include "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid", "In Cold Blood", and "Little Big Man".