Jack Kruschen
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jacob Kruschen (March 20, 1922 – April 2, 2002) was a Jewish character actor who worked primarily in American film, television and radio. Kruschen was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Dr. Dreyfuss in the 1960 comedy-drama The Apartment. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jack Kruschen, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jack Kruschen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Kruschen 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 Jack Kruschen's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Jack Kruschen'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 Tropical Heat Wave, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack Kruschen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Kruschen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Kruschen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Alice in Wonderland | (voice) (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Hart to Hart: Home Is Where the Hart Is | Mayor Walter Trout | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Deadly Intentions | Alex Livanos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Legend of the Wild | Frost-bite Foley | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn | Judge Thatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Incredible Rocky Mountain Race | Jim Bridger | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The November Plan | Harry Kahn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Guardian of the Wilderness | Madden | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Whiz Kid and the Carnival Caper | Abner Denby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Log of the Black Pearl | Jocko Roper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Freebie and the Bean | Red Meyers | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Deadly Harvest | Vartamian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Emergency! | Sen. Mike Wolski | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Happening | Inspector | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Caprice | Matthew Cutter | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dear Brigitte | Doctor Volker | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | McLintock! | Jake Birnbaum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Cape Fear | Attorney Dave Grafton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Follow That Dream | Carmine | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Doctor Linus Tyler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Ladies Man | Graduation Emcee Professor | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Where the Boys Are | Max (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Bellboy | Jack E Mulcher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Apartment | Dr. Dreyfuss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Last Voyage | Chief Engineer Pringle | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gazebo | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Decks Ran Red | Alex Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Fraulein | Sgt. Grischa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Cry Terror! | Agent Charles Pope | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Badlands of Montana | Cavalry Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Julie | Det. Mace | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Outside the Law | Agent Pill Schwartz | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Benny Goodman Story | 'Murph' Podolsky - riverboat band Mgr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Soldier of Fortune | Austin Stoker | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Carolina Cannonball | Hogar | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Untamed Heiress | Louie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Tennessee Champ | Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Mechanic (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Great Diamond Robbery | Cafe Counterman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Joe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Money from Home | Short Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Blueprint for Murder | Harold Y. Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Salvatore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Tropical Heat Wave | Stickey Langley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lemon Drop Kid | Muscleman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gambling House | Italian Immigrant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where Danger Lives | Cosey - Ambulance Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Way Out | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Women from Headquarters | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Red, Hot and Blue | Steve | Average | Similar → |
Jack Kruschen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Kruschen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Kruschen is "Tropical Heat Wave" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Kruschen acted in?
Jack Kruschen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Kruschen?
Other notable films include "The Log of the Black Pearl", "The Great Diamond Robbery", and "Emergency!".