Phil Harris
ActingAbout Phil Harris
Wonga Phillip "Phil" Harris (June 24, 1904 – August 11, 1995) was an American singer, songwriter, jazz musician, actor, and comedian. Though successful as an orchestra leader, Harris is remembered today for his recordings as a vocalist, his voice work in animation (probably most famous later in his career for his roles as bears, one being Baloo in Disney's The Jungle Book, and as Little John in Disney's Robin Hood).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Phil Harris reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Phil Harris's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Phil Harris remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Phyllis Diller: Not Just Another Pretty Face, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Phil Harris Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phil Harris's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Phil Harris.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Phyllis Diller: Not Just Another Pretty Face | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Rock-A-Doodle | Narrator / Patou (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | NBC Salutes the 25th Anniversary of the Wonderful World of Disney | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Robin Hood | Little John - A Bear (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Gatling Gun | Luke Boland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Aristocats | O'Malley (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Dean Martin Christmas Show | Self (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Mitzi | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Jungle Book | Baloo the Bear (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Cool Ones | MacElwaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Patsy | Chic Wymore | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wheeler Dealers | Ray Jay Fox | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Saturday Spectacular: Manhattan Tower | Billy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Good-bye, My Lady | A. H. 'Cash' Evans | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Anything Goes | Steve Blair | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The High and the Mighty | Ed Joseph | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Starlift | Phil Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Wild Blue Yonder | Sgt. Hank Stack | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Wabash Avenue | Mike Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Texas Tom | Tom (singing voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Is Everybody Listening? | Phil Harris - Jack Benny Radio Program | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Bandleader | Phil Burton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dreaming Out Loud | Peter Atkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Buck Benny Rides Again | Phil Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Man About Town | Ted Nash | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Harris in the Spring | Phil Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Turn Off the Moon | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Double or Nothing | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | So This Is Harris! | Phil Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Melody Cruise | Alan Chandler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Why Be Good? | Drummer in Band at The Boiler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Phil Harris - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phil Harris?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phil Harris is "Phyllis Diller: Not Just Another Pretty Face" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Phil Harris acted in?
Phil Harris has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phil Harris?
Other notable films include "Good-bye, My Lady", "The Dean Martin Christmas Show", and "The Aristocats".