Donald Murphy

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

7Total Films

5.9 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 29, 1918

Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Donald Murphy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Sci-Fi

The majority of Donald Murphy's filmography leans towards the Sci-Fi genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Donald Murphy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Shack Out on 101, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Donald Murphy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Donald Murphy's career based on audience ratings.

★5.9

★5.9

Shack Out on 101: A greasy spoon diner provides a base for a spy smuggling nuclear secrets.

Shack Out on 101

1955•Crime

★5.8

★5.8

Masterson of Kansas: Western lawman Bat Masterson sets out to prove a man standing trial for murder is innocent.

Masterson of Kansas

1954•Western

★5.7

Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook (1991) movie poster

★5.7

Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook: Documentary with a treasure trove of rare footage and vintage trailers, offering a rich and unusual look at the history

Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook

1991•Documentary

★5.6

★5.6

Strange Intruder: A Korean War veteran must find his buddy's widow and children to keep a bizarre promise.

Strange Intruder

1956•Drama

★5.6

★5.6

Lord Love a Duck: From his prison cell, young Alan Musgrave relates his experiences of the previous year dedicated to fulfilling every whi

Lord Love a Duck

1966•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Donald Murphy.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1991	Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook	Oliver Frank / Frankenstein (archive footage)	Average	Similar →
1966	Lord Love a Duck	Phil Neuhauser	Average	Similar →
1958	Frankenstein's Daughter	Oliver Frank(enstein)	Flop	Similar →
1956	Strange Intruder	Dr. Adrian Carmichael	Average	Similar →
1955	Shack Out on 101	Pope	Average	Similar →
1954	Masterson of Kansas	Virgil Earp	Average	Similar →
1954	Killer Leopard	Fred Winters	Flop	Similar →

Donald Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Donald Murphy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donald Murphy is "Shack Out on 101" with a rating of 5.9/10.

How many movies has Donald Murphy acted in?

Donald Murphy has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Donald Murphy?

Other notable films include "Masterson of Kansas", "Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook", and "Strange Intruder".