George Jessel

Acting

George Jessel

Born 1898-04-03 The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA 31 films

George Albert "Georgie" Jessel (April 3, 1898 – May 23, 1981) was an American actor, singer, songwriter, and film producer. He was famous in his lifetime as a multitalented comedic entertainer, achieving a level of recognition that transcended his limited roles in movies. He was widely known by his nickname, the "Toastmaster General of the United States," for his frequent role as the master of ceremonies at political and entertainment gatherings. Jessel or…

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Filmography

31 films
Sid & Judy poster

Explore the dramatic career and personal struggles of the talented and tragically short-lived enter…

Sid & Judy

★ 7.4 2019

Reds poster

An account of the revolutionary years of the legendary American journalist John Reed, who shared hi…

Reds

★ 6.9 1981

The Phynx poster

A rock band is invented by the government as a cover to find hostages in a remote castle in Albania…

The Phynx

★ 3.6 1970

The Busy Body poster

Sid Caesar is a bumbling gopher to a mob boss who must recover a fortune in cash stowed in the suit…

The Busy Body

★ 7.2 1967