Henry Hull
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From Wikipedia Henry Watterson Hull (October 3, 1890 – March 8, 1977) was an American character actor most noted for playing the lead in Universal Pictures's Werewolf of London (1935). The film flopped, but has since come to be highly regarded.
Henry Hull Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Henry Hull reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Henry Hull's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Henry Hull'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 Wasted Lives, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Henry Hull Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Henry Hull's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Henry Hull has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Briggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Fool Killer | Dirty Jim Jelliman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Buccaneer | Ezra Peavey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Sheriff of Fractured Jaw | Major Masters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bitter Heritage | Old Henry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Proud Rebel | Judge Morley | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man with the Gun | Marshal Lee Sims | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Inferno | Sam Elby | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Last Posse | Ollie Stokely | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Treasure of Lost Canyon | Cousin Lucius Cooke | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hollywood Story | Philip Ferrara / Vincent St. Clair | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Song of Surrender | Deacon Parry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Henry Cameron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Colorado Territory | Fred Winslow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Portrait of Jennie | Eke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fighter Squadron | Brig. Gen. Mike McCready | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! | Milt Dominy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mourning Becomes Electra | Seth Beckwith | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Objective, Burma! | Mark Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Goodnight, Sweetheart | Jeff Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lifeboat | Charles J. Rittenhouse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Woman of the Town | Inky Wilkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | High Sierra | 'Doc' Banton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Major Rufus Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nick Carter, Master Detective | John A. Keller | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Babes in Arms | Madox | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stanley and Livingstone | James Gordon Bennett, Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Miracles for Sale | Dave Duvallo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Return of the Cisco Kid | Colonel Joshua Bixby | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Spirit of Culver | Doc Allen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jesse James | Major Rufus Cobb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Boys Town | Dave Morris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Port of Seven Seas | Uncle Elzear | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Paradise for Three | Sepp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Comrades | Dr. Becker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Werewolf of London | Dr. Wilfred Glendon | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Transient Lady | Sen. Hamp Baxter | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Great Expectations | Abel Magwitch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Devil's Mate | Chaplin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Matinee Idle | Frank the Actor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Wrongdoers | Jimmy Nolan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Wasted Lives | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | For Woman's Favor | The Fool / The Lover | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Hoosier Schoolmaster | Ralph Hartsook | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Roulette | Jimmy Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | A Bride for a Knight | Jimmy Poe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Last Moment | Hercules Napolean Cameron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | One Exciting Night | John Fairfax | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Tom's Little Star | - | Hit | Similar → |
Henry Hull - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Henry Hull?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Henry Hull is "Wasted Lives" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Henry Hull acted in?
Henry Hull has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Henry Hull?
Other notable films include "The Spirit of Culver", "Port of Seven Seas", and "Matinee Idle".