John Litel
ActingAbout John Litel
John Litel was an American stage, screen, and television actor. From 1919 to 1936 he performed in several plays on Broadway. In 1929 he began appearing in films and was in over 200 movies throughout his career. Litel often played supporting roles such as hard-nosed cops and district attorneys. He appeared in many television series. John Litel's acting career concluded in 1967.
John Litel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Litel reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Litel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of John Litel'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 Henry Aldrich Plays Cupid, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Litel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Litel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Litel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Sons of Katie Elder | Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Williams, Ad Council Board Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Police Inspector McCrary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Wild Dakotas | Morgan Wheeler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Judge Davidson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Scaramouche | Dr. Dubuque | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Little Egypt | Shuster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye | Police Chief Sam Tolgate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Rusty's Birthday | Hugh Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Rusty Saves a Life | Hugh Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Valiant Hombre | Lon Lansdell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rusty Leads the Way | Hugh Mitchell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Triple Threat | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Pitfall | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Key Largo | Dispatcher (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Dog Rusty | Hugh Mitchell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Easy Come, Easy Go | Tom Clancy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Swell Guy | Arthur Tyler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sister Kenny | Medical Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Okay for Sound | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Return of Rusty | Hugh Mitchell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Crimson Canary | Roger Quinn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Brewster's Millions | Swearengen Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | My Buddy | Jim Donnelly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry Aldrich's Little Secret | Mr. Samuel J. Aldrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry Aldrich Plays Cupid | Mr. Aldrich | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry Aldrich, Boy Scout | Sam Aldrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Where Are Your Children? | Judge Edmonds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Henry Aldrich Haunts a House | Sam Aldrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Henry Aldrich Swings It | Mr. Aldrich | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour | Sam Aldrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Men of Texas | Colonel Colbert Scott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Henry and Dizzy | Sam Aldrich | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Don Winslow of the Navy | Spencer Merlin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lady with Red Hair | Charles Bryant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Harry McNamara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Prison Chaplain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Child is Born | Dr. Brett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Matt Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Mr. Monroe, Prosecuting Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | Jean La Cour | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Ralph Ferris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Missing Witnesses | Inspector Lane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | On the Border | Dave (as John B. Litel) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Oh Darling! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Don't Believe It | Dick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Always Faithful | Wayne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Finders Keepers | (as John B. Litel) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Sleeping Porch | - | Hit | Similar → |
John Litel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Litel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Litel is "Henry Aldrich Plays Cupid" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Litel acted in?
John Litel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Litel?
Other notable films include "Don Winslow of the Navy", "Men of Texas", and "The Wild Dakotas".