Harold Peary
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Harold (Hal) Peary (July 25, 1908 – March 30, 1985) was an American actor, comedian and singer in radio, film, television and animation remembered best as Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, a supporting character on radio's Fibber McGee & Molly that moved to its own radio hit, The Great Gildersleeve, the first known spinoff hit in American broadcasting history. Description above from the Wikipedia article Harold Peary, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Harold Peary Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harold Peary reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harold Peary's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 48% of Harold Peary'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 Comin' Round the Mountain, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harold Peary Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harold Peary's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harold Peary has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Rudolph and Frosty's Christmas in July | Big Ben (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Rudolph's Shiny New Year | Big Ben (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Clambake | Doorman at Shores Hotel | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Invisible Diplomats | Mr. Bullard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Tiger Walks | Uncle Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Outlaw Queen | Bartender (as Hal Peary) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Wetbacks | Juan Ortega | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Port of Hell | Leo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Peeks at Hollywood | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hot Spot | The Devil (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gildersleeve's Ghost | Gildersleeve | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Shining Future | The Great Gildersleeve | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve on Broadway | Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve's Bad Day | Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Screwball | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great Gildersleeve | Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Seven Days' Leave | Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Loan Stranger | Hudson C. Dann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Here We Go Again | Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Look Who's Laughing | Gildersleeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Comin' Round the Mountain | Mayor Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve | Super Hit | Similar → |
Harold Peary - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harold Peary?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harold Peary is "Comin' Round the Mountain" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Harold Peary acted in?
Harold Peary has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harold Peary?
Other notable films include "Invisible Diplomats", "Seven Days' Leave", and "Gildersleeve on Broadway".