Leslie Carlson
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Leslie Carlson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Leslie Carlson's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Leslie Carlson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Improper Channels, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Leslie Carlson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leslie Carlson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Leslie Carlson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | At Risk | George Finlay | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Plague City: SARS in Toronto | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Looking for Angelina | Justice Britton (as Les Carlson) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Snow | Chester | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Left Behind II: Tribulation Force | Witness Eli | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Stolen Miracle | Mr. Neelandson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Bailey's Mistake | Stableman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Preludes | The Actor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Last Debate | Pat Tubbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Camera | The Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Harlan County War | Udell | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Catch a Falling Star | Man at Train Station | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Wishing Tree | Professor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Beyond the Call | Dan | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Moonshine Highway | Pappy | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Stranger in the Mirror | Harry Durkin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Morning Glory | Howard Pride | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | To Grandmother's House We Go | Doorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Impolite | Billy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dead Ahead: The Exxon Valdez Disaster | Theo Polasek - Alyeska | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | K2 | Dexter | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Chaindance | Willy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Girl From Mars | Mr. Sharbut | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Looking for Miracles | Principal | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Rolling Vengeance | Misty's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Street Smart | Marty | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Unnatural Causes | Bob | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Fly | Dr. Cheevers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Young Again | Mr. Dillon | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | A Christmas Story | Christmas Tree Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Dead Zone | Brenner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Videodrome | Barry Convex | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Shock-Trauma | Elton Bates | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Escape from Iran: The Canadian Caper | L. Bruce Laingen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Circle of Two | Doctor at the Hospital | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Mr. Patman | Mr. Abernathy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Improper Channels | Bucci | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Nothing Personal | Marshal #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Lost and Found | Jean-Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | High-Ballin' | Bud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Raku Fire | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Deadly Harvest | The Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Who Has Seen the Wind | Joe Pivott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Shoot | Jim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Black Christmas | Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Deranged | Tom Sims | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | McQ | Radical (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Hard Part Begins | Mechanic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Neptune Factor | Brigs, Triton Radioman | Flop | Similar → |
Leslie Carlson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leslie Carlson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leslie Carlson is "Improper Channels" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Leslie Carlson acted in?
Leslie Carlson has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leslie Carlson?
Other notable films include "The Fly", "The Wishing Tree", and "Videodrome".