Todd Karns
ActingAbout Todd Karns
Roscoe Todd Karns (January 15, 1921 – February 5, 2000) was an American actor.[1] He is perhaps best remembered for playing George Bailey's younger brother, Harry Bailey, in the 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life.
Todd Karns Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Todd Karns reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Todd Karns's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Todd Karns'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 It's a Wonderful Life, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Todd Karns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Todd Karns's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Todd Karns has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas | Harry Bailey (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Caine Mutiny | Petty Officer 1st Class Stillwell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | China Venture | Lt. March (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Clipped Wings | Lt. Dave Moreno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mission Over Korea | Jerry Barker | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Invaders from Mars | Jim the Gas Station Attendant | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Battle Zone | Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Flat Top | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Son John | Bedford (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Jet Job | Peter Arlen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Mutiny | Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Let's Dance | Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | It's a Small World | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | My Foolish Heart | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Good Sam | Joe Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Harry Bailey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Meyers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Courtship of Andy Hardy | Harry Land | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Andy Hardy's Private Secretary | Harry Land | Average | Similar → |
Todd Karns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Todd Karns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Todd Karns is "It's a Wonderful Life" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Todd Karns acted in?
Todd Karns has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Todd Karns?
Other notable films include "China Venture", "The Caine Mutiny", and "Clipped Wings".