Jesse White
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Jesse White (January 4, 1917 – January 9, 1997) was an American television, film, and stage character actor. He is best remembered for portraying the Maytag repairman in television commercials, a role he played from 1967 to 1988. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Jesse White Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jesse White 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 Jesse White's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of Jesse White'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 Yellow Canary, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jesse White Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jesse White's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jesse White has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Matinee | Mr. Spector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Happy 100th Birthday, Hollywood | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Cat from Outer Space | Earnest Ernie | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | It's Showtime | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Nashville Girl | C.Y. Ordell | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Return to Campus | Sports announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Brothers O'Toole | Mayor | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Of Thee I Sing | Matthew Fulton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Harvey | Duane Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Bless the Beasts & Children | Sid Shecker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Dad... Can I Borrow the Car? | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | George M! | E.F. Albee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Reluctant Astronaut | Donelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Looking for Love | Tiger Shay | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World | Radio Tower Operator at Rancho Conejo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Bob Hope Comedy Special | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Yellow Canary | Ed Thornburg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | It's Only Money | Pete Flint | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Sail a Crooked Ship | McDonald | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | On the Double | Corporal Joseph Praeger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Right Approach | Brian Freer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Tomboy and the Champ | Windy Skiles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | A Fever in the Blood | Sgt. Michael Beers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Big Night | Charlie Wegg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond | Leo 'Butcher' Bremer | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Marjorie Morningstar | Lou Michaelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Country Music Holiday | Sonny Moon | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | God Is My Partner | Louis 'The Lump' Lumpkin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Designing Woman | Charlie Arneg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Bad Seed | Emory Wages | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Back from Eternity | Pete Boswick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | He Laughed Last | Max Lassiter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Not as a Stranger | Ben Cosgrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hell's Half Acre | Tubby Otis | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Witness to Murder | Police Sgt. Eddie Vincent | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Forever Female | Willie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Champ for a Day | Willie Foltis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gunsmoke | Professor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Million Dollar Mermaid | Doc Cronnol | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Girl in White | Alec | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Deadline - U.S.A. | Rienzi Associate (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Death of a Salesman | Stanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Callaway Went Thataway | Georgie Markham | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Francis Goes to the Races | Frank Damer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bedtime for Bonzo | Babcock | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Harvey | Wilson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Katie Did It | Jim Dilloway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven | Customer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kiss of Death | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Jesse White (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jesse White - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jesse White?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jesse White is "The Yellow Canary" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jesse White acted in?
Jesse White has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jesse White?
Other notable films include "A Bob Hope Comedy Special", "George M!", and "Dad... Can I Borrow the Car?".