Gordon Tanner
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Gordon Tanner was born on July 17, 1918 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was an actor, known for Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964), Hurricane (1961) and Time Lock (1957). He died on August 3, 1983.
Gordon Tanner Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gordon Tanner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gordon Tanner's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 39% of Gordon Tanner'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 The Green Helmet, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gordon Tanner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gordon Tanner's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gordon Tanner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Eskimo Nell | Big Dick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Caravan to Vaccarès | American Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Rumour | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Vulture | Inspector Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Where the Spies Are | Inspector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Return of Mr. Moto | Russell McAllister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb | Gen. Faceman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Green Helmet | Hastrow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Sheriff of Fractured Jaw | Wilkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Carry On Sergeant | First Specialist | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | On the Run | Bart Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Woman of Mystery | Lloyd | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Depraved | Captain - U.S. Army (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Campbell's Kingdom | Cliff | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Time Lock | Dr. Hewitson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | House of Secrets | Curtice | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | State Secret | Joe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Golden Arrow | Bixby | Hit | Similar → |
Gordon Tanner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gordon Tanner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gordon Tanner is "The Green Helmet" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Gordon Tanner acted in?
Gordon Tanner has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gordon Tanner?
Other notable films include "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb", "Rumour", and "Golden Arrow".