Kenneth Mars
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Kenneth Mars (April 4, 1935 – February 12, 2011) was an American actor. He appeared in two Mel Brooks films: as the deranged Nazi playwright Franz Liebkind in The Producers (1967) and Police Inspector Hans Wilhelm Friedrich Kemp in Young Frankenstein (1974). He also appeared in Peter Bogdanovich's What's Up Doc? (1972), and Woody Allen's Radio Days (1987), and Shadows and Fog (1991). Mars appeared in two seasons of Malcolm in the Middle as Otto Mannkusser, Francis's well-meaning but dimwitted boss and a German immigrant who owns a dude ranch. He voiced King Triton, Ariel's father, in the 1989 Disney animated film The Little Mermaid and its sequel, as well as its companion television series, and the Kingdom Hearts series. He also did several other animated voice-over film roles such as Littlefoot's grandfather in the Land Before Time series (up to 2008) and that of Professor Screweyes in We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993), and King Colbert (Prince Cornelius's father) in Thumbelina (1994). Description above from the Wikipedia article Kenneth Mars, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kenneth Mars 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: Comedy
The majority of Kenneth Mars'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 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kenneth Mars remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Making Frankensense of Young Frankenstein, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kenneth Mars Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kenneth Mars's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kenneth Mars.
Kenneth Mars - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kenneth Mars?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kenneth Mars is "Making Frankensense of Young Frankenstein" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Kenneth Mars acted in?
Kenneth Mars has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kenneth Mars?
Other notable films include "Young Frankenstein", "Disney Heroes Volume 1", and "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid".