Horace Murphy
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Horace Murphy 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: Western
The majority of Horace Murphy's filmography leans towards the Western 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Horace Murphy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wide Open Faces, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Horace Murphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Horace Murphy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Horace Murphy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | Crack-Up | Train Conductor (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Traffic in Crime | Joe - Night Watchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Scarlet Street | Milkman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fallen Angel | Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Song of Old Wyoming | Editor Timothy Meeks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Lady Takes a Chance | Poker Player | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Song of Texas | Notary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honky Tonk | Jim, Candy's Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bad Man of Deadwood | Seth Belden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Melody Ranch | Loco - Cowboy Radio Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Tom Murphy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Range Busters | Homer Thorp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ghost Valley Raiders | Mob Ringleader | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Legion of the Lawless | Peddler Driving Wagon (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Days of Jesse James | Post Office Clerk (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Crashing Thru | Boat Passenger | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Saga of Death Valley | Agent Pete | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Desperate Trails | Stage Driver Nebraska | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Oregon Trail | Irate Agitaiting Townsman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Irishman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Night Riders | Riverboat Captain Asa Beckett | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Flying Irishman | Drunk at New York Airport | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Oklahoma Kid | Bartender (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rollin' Westward | Missouri | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Where the Buffalo Roam | Ananias | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Billy The Kid Returns | Mr. Miller - Homesteader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Utah Trail | Ananias | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Smashing the Rackets | Doorman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flaming Frontiers | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wide Open Faces | Schultz, Grocer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Thunder in the Desert | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Frontier Town | Stubby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Girl Said No | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Boothill Brigade | Calico Haynes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Red Rope | Horner - Storekeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Border Phantom | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Come on, Cowboys | Judge Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Frame-Up | Dr. Phillips | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Lawless Land | Storekeeper Lafe Spooner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Trouble in Texas | Lucky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Paradise Express | Farmer Jones (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Gambling Terror | Missouri Bill, Printer's Devil | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Arizona Days | Sheriff Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ghost Town Gold | Judge (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Undercover Man | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Crooked Trail | Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Gun Grit | Rancher Sully | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Last of the Warrens | Grizzly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Song of the Trail | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Timber War | John, a logger | Flop | Similar → |
Horace Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Horace Murphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Horace Murphy is "Wide Open Faces" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Horace Murphy acted in?
Horace Murphy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Horace Murphy?
Other notable films include "The Oregon Trail", "Scarlet Street", and "Boom Town".