
Kernan Cripps
ActingAbout Kernan Cripps
Elmer Ballard (July 8, 1886 – August 12, 1953) was an American actor.
Kernan Cripps Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kernan Cripps 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 Kernan Cripps's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Kernan Cripps'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 Silver Spurs, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kernan Cripps Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kernan Cripps's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kernan Cripps has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Blondie Hits the Jackpot | Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Slightly French | Carnival Barker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Last Round-up | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blondie in the Dough | Harry Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Shopkeeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Daughter of Don Q | Insp. Grogan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Meet Me on Broadway | Gardner (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Federal Operator 99 | Agent Thomas Jeffries | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Double Indemnity | Conductor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hi Diddle Diddle | Brokerage Firm Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mr. Lucky | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve's Bad Day | Mason - Car 61 Police Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Man in Movie Audience (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Frisco Lil | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Mr. Dynamite | Detective | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Archer | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Deadwood Dick | Jury Foreman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Cross-Country Romance | Tough at Auto Camp #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Private Affairs | Doorman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Rocky Mountain Rangers | The Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The House of the Seven Gables | Workman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wolf of New York | Minor Role | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Shadow | Shipyard & Courtroom Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Yankee Soldier in Shantytown (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Cop (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Fifth Avenue Girl | Policeman in Park (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Us Live | Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sergeant Madden | Detective on Train | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Swing It, Sailor! | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great Gambini | Detective | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | That Girl from Paris | Doorman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Cowboy and the Kid | Jim Thomas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Crime Patrol | Police Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Silver Spurs | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Forced Landing | Federal Agent (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mary Burns, Fugitive | G-Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Little Big Shot | Policeman #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Wilderness Mail | Inspector Logan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Smart Girl | O'Brien (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stone of Silver Creek | Ben (Bartender) (as Kerman Cripps) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Northern Frontier | Mike - the Bartender (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | I'll Fix It | Cop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Girl in Danger | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Defense Rests | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Hate Women | Casey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Rough Necking | Maitre 'D | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Undie-World | Gangster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Maid to Order | Detective Scranton (as Kernan Gripps) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Little Caesar | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Kernan Cripps - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kernan Cripps?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kernan Cripps is "Silver Spurs" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kernan Cripps acted in?
Kernan Cripps has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kernan Cripps?
Other notable films include "Rough Necking", "The Undie-World", and "Maid to Order".



