George Zucco
ActingAbout George Zucco
From Wikipedia George Zucco (11 January 1886 – 27 May 1960) was an English character actor who appeared, almost always in supporting roles, in 96 films during a career spanning two decades, from 1931 to 1951. In his horror films, he often played a suave villain or a mad doctor.
George Zucco Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of George Zucco 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 George Zucco's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 90% of George Zucco'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 Vacation from Love, which stands out as a key performance.
Best George Zucco Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from George Zucco's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie George Zucco has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Dr. Joseph Van Ee (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Horror of It All | Dr. Cameron (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Doom of Dracula | Prof. Lampini (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The First Legion | Father Robert Stuart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Madame Bovary | Dubocage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Barkleys of Broadway | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Garden | Dr. Fortescue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Pirate | The Viceroy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Secret Service Investigator | Otto Dagoff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Captain from Castile | Marquis De Carvajal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Where There's Life | Paul Stertorius | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desire Me | Father Donnard | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Moss Rose | Craxton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Week-End at the Waldorf | Bey of Aribajan | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Sudan | Horadef | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Having Wonderful Crime | King aka The Great Movel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Fahrenburg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Never a Dull Moment | Tony Rocco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Holy Matrimony | Mr. Crepitude | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sherlock Holmes in Washington | Heinrich Hinckel aka Richard Stanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Black Swan | Lord Denby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Blonde | Dr. Hugo Streger | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | International Lady | Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Woman's Face | Defense Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Streets of Cairo | Abbadi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | New Moon | Vicomte Ribaud | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cat and the Canary | Lawyer Crosby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Here I Am a Stranger | James K. Spaulding | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes | Professor Moriarty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hunchback of Notre Dame | Procurator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Magnificent Fraud | Dr. Luis Virgo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Charlie Chan in Honolulu | Dr. Cardigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arrest Bulldog Drummond | Rolf Alferson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Vacation from Love | Dr. Waxton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Marie Antoinette | Governor of Conciergerie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lord Jeff | James 'Jim' Hampstead | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Firefly | Secret Service Chief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Bride Wore Red | Count Armalia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Souls at Sea | Woodley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Saratoga | Dr. Bierd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | After the Thin Man | Dr. Kammer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Abdul the Damned | Officer of the Firing Squad | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | What’s in a Name? | Foot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | It's a Bet | Convict | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Something Always Happens | Proprietor of the Maison de Paris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Lady Is Willing | Bailiff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Autumn Crocus | Revered Mayne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Midshipmaid | Lord Dore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | There Goes the Bride | Prosecutor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dreyfus | Jacques Marie Eugène Godefroy Cavaignac | Hit | Similar → |
George Zucco - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of George Zucco?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Zucco is "Vacation from Love" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has George Zucco acted in?
George Zucco has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by George Zucco?
Other notable films include "Doom of Dracula", "Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook", and "The Magnificent Fraud".