Philip Van Zandt
ActingAbout Philip Van Zandt
Philip Van Zandt, sometimes billed as Phil Van Zandt, was a Dutch-American actor of stage, film, and television. He made nearly 250 film and television appearances between 1939 and 1958.
Philip Van Zandt Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Philip Van Zandt 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 Philip Van Zandt's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Philip Van Zandt'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 One Shivery Night, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Philip Van Zandt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Philip Van Zandt's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Philip Van Zandt has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Man of a Thousand Faces | George Loane Tucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sweet Smell of Success | Radio Program Director (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Army Daze | Colonel Pretzelbender (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Uranium Boom | Navajo Charlie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | So You Want to Be a V.P. | Spider Murphy (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | To Catch a Thief | Jewelry Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | So You Want to Be on a Jury | Louie’s Lawyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bedlam in Paradise | The Devil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | G.I. Dood It | Col. Phillip Potts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dragon's Gold | Sen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | So You Want to Be an Heir | Hideous P. Scroogington (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Clipped Wings | Joe Eckler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | So You Want a Television Set | TV Movie Host (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | So You Want to Be a Musician | Headwaiter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Viva Zapata! | Commanding Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | His Kind of Woman | Jose Morro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Ghost Chasers | Dr. Basil Granville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Life with Buster Keaton | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Target Unknown | Karl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Three Arabian Nuts | Ahmed | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cyrano de Bergerac | Man with Gazette | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | One Shivery Night | Fortune Hunter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Dopey Dicks | Professor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tension | Police Lt. Schiavone (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | House of Strangers | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Fuelin' Around | Capt. Rork | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias Nick Beal | Watchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Big Clock | Sidney Kislav | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Squareheads of the Round Table | The Black Prince | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Lady from Shanghai | Policeman / Thug (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Slave Girl | Yusef | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Easy Come, Easy Go | Mailman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Mr. Gunce (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Last Frontier Uprising | Liberal Lyons | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Pardon My Terror | Jarvis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Avalanche | Malone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Joe Palooka, Champ | Freddie Wells | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gilda | Cartel Member (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Swing Hostess | Merlini - the Magician | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Swing Hostess | Merlini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Till We Meet Again | German Lieutenant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Shine on Harvest Moon | Cullen (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Old Acquaintance | Hotel Night Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Raid Wardens | Herman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hangmen Also Die! | Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Calling Dr. Gillespie | Detroit Dance Hall Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Peddler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Dare Not Love | Radio Operator (Uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Mr. Rawlston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Winners of the West | Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
Philip Van Zandt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Philip Van Zandt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Philip Van Zandt is "One Shivery Night" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Philip Van Zandt acted in?
Philip Van Zandt has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Philip Van Zandt?
Other notable films include "Army Daze", "Last Frontier Uprising", and "So You Want to Be on a Jury".