Russell Gleason
ActingAbout Russell Gleason
Russell Gleason (February 6, 1908 – December 25, 1945) was an American actor who began his career at the very beginning of the talking film era. Born into an acting family, one of his earliest roles was in the 1930 classic film, All Quiet on the Western Front. While still in the middle of a successful acting career, Gleason joined the U.S. Army in late 1943, during World War II. While awaiting deployment to Europe in December 1945 in New York City, Gleason fell to his death from a hotel window. He was the son of actors Lucille and James Gleason.
Russell Gleason Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Russell Gleason reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Russell Gleason's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 70% of Russell Gleason'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 Earl of Puddlestone, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Russell Gleason Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Russell Gleason's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Russell Gleason has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Swing Fever | Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Shift Maisie | Inspector (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Salute to the Marines | Pvt. Hanks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Seeing Hands | Ben Helwig (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fingers at the Window | Ogilvie | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Dudes Are Pretty People | Brad Benton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unexpected Uncle | Tommy Turner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Yesterday's Heroes | Bill Garrett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Earl of Puddlestone | Sidney Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Grandpa Goes To Town | Sidney Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young as You Feel | Herbert Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Money To Burn | Sidney Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Covered Trailer | Sidney Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Here I Am a Stranger | Tom Sortwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Should Husbands Work? | Sidney Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | News Is Made at Night | Albert Hockman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | My Wife's Relatives | Sidney Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Undercover Agent | Bill Trent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Everybody's Baby | Herbert Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Down on the Farm | Herbert Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Safety in Numbers | Herbert Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Trip to Paris | Herbert Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Higgins Family | Sidney Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Love on a Budget | Herbert Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borrowing Trouble | Herbert Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sunday Night at the Trocadero | Russell Gleason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hot Water | Herbert Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Big Business | Herbert Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Off to the Races | Herbert Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury Below | Jim Cole III | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Tenderfoot Goes West | Wellington Pike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hitch Hike To Heaven | Daniel Delaney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Condemned to Live | David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hot Tip | Ben Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Can't Escape | Tom Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Private Jones | Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Off His Base | Jerry Minor Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Strange Case of Clara Deane | Norman Ware | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Nice Women | Bill Wells | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Homicide Squad | Joe Riley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Beyond Victory | Bud | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Laugh and Get Rich | Larry Owens | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sisters | Eddie Collins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | All Quiet on the Western Front | Mueller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Officer O'Brien | Johnny Dale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Seven Faces | Georges Dufeyel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Sophomore | Dutch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Flying Fool | Jimmy Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Strange Cargo | Hungerford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Shady Lady | Haley | Super Hit | Similar → |
Russell Gleason - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Russell Gleason?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Russell Gleason is "Earl of Puddlestone" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Russell Gleason acted in?
Russell Gleason has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Russell Gleason?
Other notable films include "Off His Base", "Money To Burn", and "Grandpa Goes To Town".