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Clark Gable filmography

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Clark Gable filmography

Clark Gable appeared as an extra in 13 films between 1924 and 1930. He then appeared in a total of 67 theatrically released motion pictures, as himself in 17 "short subject" films, and he narrated and appeared in a World War II propaganda film entitled Combat America, produced by the United States Army Air Forces.

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Films as an extra

During the period 1924–1930 Clark Gable established himself as a major stage actor. Also during this period, Gable supplemented his income by working as an extra in motion pictures. Below is a listing of the films that Gable is known or believed to have appeared in as an extra.

Filmography

Excluding his work as an extra, short films, and war time documentaries, Clark Gable appeared in a total of 67 theatrically released motion pictures. These films are listed below with the names of the characters Gable played, his leading ladies, directors, and co-stars. Except where noted, all of Gable's films were produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.

Short subjects

During his career as a movie star Gable appeared as himself in the following short subjects:

Box Office Ranking

For a number of years US movie exhibitors voted Gable among the most popular film stars in the country:

  • 1932 – 8th (US)
  • 1933 – 7th (US)
  • 1934 – 2nd (US)
  • 1935 – 3rd (US)
  • 1936 – 2nd (US)
  • 1937 – 2nd (US)
  • 1938 – 2nd (US)
  • 1939 – 4th (US)
  • 1940 – 3rd (US)
  • 1941 – 2nd (US)
  • 1942 – 2nd (US)
  • 1943 – 10th (US)
  • 1947 – 7th (US)
  • 1948 – 7th (US)
  • 1949 – 10th (US)
  • 1950 – 13th (US)
  • 1951 – 18th (US)
  • 1952 – 17th (US)
  • 1953 – 12th (US)
  • 1954 – 19th (US)
  • 1955 – 10th (US)
  • 1957 – 19th (US)
  • Documentary feature

    In 1943 Clark Gable narrated and appeared in World War II propaganda film entitled Combat America, which was produced by the United States Army Air Forces.

    Academy Awards

    During his career as a motion picture actor Clark Gable was thrice nominated for the Best Leading Actor Academy Award. Below is a complete list of his nominations along with his fellow nominees.

    References

    Clark Gable filmography Wikipedia