Eugene Pallette
ActingAbout Eugene Pallette
Eugene William Pallette (July 8, 1889 – September 3, 1954) was an American actor. He appeared in over 240 silent era and sound era motion pictures between 1913 and 1946. An overweight man with large stomach and deep, gravelly voice, Pallette is probably best-remembered for comic character roles such as Alexander Bullock, Carole Lombard's father, in My Man Godfrey (1936), his role as Friar Tuck in The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) starring Errol Flynn and his similar role as Fray Felipe in The Mark of Zorro (1940) starring Tyrone Power Description above from the Wikipedia article Eugene Pallette, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Eugene Pallette Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eugene Pallette 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 Eugene Pallette's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Eugene Pallette'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 Without Mercy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eugene Pallette Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eugene Pallette's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eugene Pallette has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Barbara Stanwyck: Straight Down the Line | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Going Hollywood: The '30s | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Fair and Warmer | Billy Bartlett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lake Placid Serenade | Carl Cermak | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Heavenly Days | Senator Bigbee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Forest Rangers | Howard Huston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lady Eve | Horace Pike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ride, Kelly, Ride | Duke Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | He Stayed for Breakfast | Maurice Duval | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sandy Is a Lady | P.J. Barnett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | First Love | James Clinton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Chick McGann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | There Goes My Heart | Mr. Stevens - Editor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Adventures of Robin Hood | Friar Tuck | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Clarence | Mr. Wheeler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Easy to Take | Reginald "Doc" Kraft | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | My Man Godfrey | Alexander Bullock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Steamboat Round the Bend | Sheriff Rufe Jeffers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Sheep | Col. Upton Calhoun Belcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | One Exciting Adventure | Kleinsilber | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Shanghai Madness | Lobo Lonergan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Off His Base | Jerry Minor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Follow Thru | J.C. Effingham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Let's Go Native | Deputy Sheriff 'Careful' Cuthbert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Border Legion | Bunco Davis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Men Are Like That | Traffic Cop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Dummy | Madison | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | His Private Life | Henri Bérgere | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Out of the Ruins | Volange | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Should Women Drive? | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Aching Youth | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Assistant Wives | Charley's Boss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Many Scrappy Returns | Wellington - Charley's Brother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Desert Valley | Deputy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Whispering Canyon | Harvey Hawes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Whispering Smith | Bill Dancing | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Rocking Moon | Side Money | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Without Mercy | Simon Linke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Wild Horse Mesa | Melberne Townsman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Light of Western Stars | Stub (as Gene Pallette) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Stupid, but Brave | Richard Peeling | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Cyclone Rider | Eddie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hell's Hole | Pablo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | To the Last Man | Simm Bruce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Alias Jimmy Valentine | 'Red' Jocelyn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Words and Music by - | Gene Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Terror of the Mountains | Soapy Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | Turned Back | Tom Johnston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Stolen Ore | Dick Raleigh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Thief and the Book | The Fly | Super Hit | Similar → |
Eugene Pallette - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eugene Pallette?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eugene Pallette is "Without Mercy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Eugene Pallette acted in?
Eugene Pallette has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eugene Pallette?
Other notable films include "The Light of Western Stars", "Rocking Moon", and "Off His Base".