Franklin Parker
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Franklin Parker reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Franklin Parker's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Franklin Parker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Band Plays On, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Franklin Parker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Franklin Parker's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Franklin Parker.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Flesh and Fury | Inspector (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | All That I Have | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lightning Strikes Twice | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Invisible Man | Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Abandoned | Second Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Prairie Pirates | Henchman Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Undercover Man | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House | Simpson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Photographer / Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Police Stenographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Naval Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Sunset in El Dorado | Conductor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Man in Office (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Legs | Real Estate Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Harmon of Michigan | Harry Bates - Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Texas Rangers Ride Again | Gas Station Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Man Who Wouldn't Talk | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Eternally Yours | Croupier | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man They Could Not Hang | Second Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invitation to Happiness | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Trade Winds | Detective (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cipher Bureau | Announcer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Hot to Handle | Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Give Me a Sailor | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Men with Wings | Mail Truck Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Joy of Living | Third Producer (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Higgins Family | Reynard, the Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Walking Down Broadway | Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wells Fargo | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | True Confession | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borrowing Trouble | Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Club Scandal | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | I Cover the War! | Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Time Out for Romance | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hollywood Boulevard | Brown Derby Workman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Newsreel Cameraman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | F-Man | Craig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Preview Murder Mystery | Cutter (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Band Plays On | Reporter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Chained | Bryant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Operator 13 | John Hay (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | I'll Tell the World | News Editor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Sweetheart of Sigma Chi | House Prexy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Honor of the Press | Sorrell 'Sorry' Simpson, Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Union Depot | Station Agent Talking to Reverend Pike (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Five Star Final | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Holy Terror | Hotel Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Millie | Spring | Flop | Similar → |
Franklin Parker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Franklin Parker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Franklin Parker is "The Band Plays On" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Franklin Parker acted in?
Franklin Parker has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Franklin Parker?
Other notable films include "It's a Wonderful Life", "Fury", and "Libeled Lady".