Jack Mercer
ActingAbout Jack Mercer
Winfield B. Mercer (January 31, 1910 – December 7, 1984), professionally known as Jack Mercer, was a prolific American voice actor, animator and writer. He is best known as the voice of cartoon characters Popeye the Sailor and Felix the Cat. The son of vaudeville and Broadway performers, he also performed on the vaudeville and legitimate stage.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jack Mercer reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Animation
The majority of Jack Mercer's filmography leans towards the Animation 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jack Mercer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wigwam Whoopee, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jack Mercer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Mercer's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jack Mercer.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Fleischer Cartoons: The Art & Inventions of Max Fleischer | Pool Room Fishes / Popeye the Sailor (voice) (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Zero the Hero | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Child Sockology | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fly's Last Flight | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Barking Dogs Don't Fite | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Silly Hillbilly | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tar with a Star | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Balmy Swami | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Hot Air Aces | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Lumberjack and Jill | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Popeye's Premiere | Popeye / Aladdin (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Symphony in Spinach | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Robin Hood-Winked | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Snow Place Like Home | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Spinach vs Hamburgers | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Wolf in Sheik's Clothing | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Popeye Meets Hercules | Popeye/Freshman/Announcer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Pre-Hysterical Man | Popeye / Caveman (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Wigwam Whoopee | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Olive Oyl for President | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Madhattan Island | Mouse (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | She-Sick Sailors | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Pitchin' Woo at the Zoo | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It's Nifty to Be Thrifty | Ant / Grasshopper (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Anvil Chorus Girl | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Eggs Don't Bounce | Henrietta (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Cartoons Ain't Human | Popeye / Nephews / Villain (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Happy Birthdaze | Popeye / Olive's Neighbor (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Ration Fer the Duration | Popeye | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Olive Oyl and Water Don't Mix | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Raven | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dumbo | Clowns (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Swing Cleaning | King Little / Castle Workers (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy | Paint Brush / Doctors (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Pop, My Pop | Popeye / Pappy (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ants in the Plants | Ants (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Fresh Vegetable Mystery | Irish Potato Cop / Snoring Onions (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | All's Fair at the Fair | Elmer (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldozing the Bull | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Tears of an Onion | Caterpillar / Onion (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fowl Play | Popeye / Polly Parrot (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Popeye the Sailor Meets Ali Baba's Forty Thieves | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Protek the Weakerist | Popeye | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Morning, Noon and Night Club | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Never Kick a Woman | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Let's Get Movin' | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | I Wanna Be a Life Guard | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Vim, Vigor and Vitaliky | Popeye (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Tom & Jerry and Friends | Fire Chief (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Jack Mercer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Mercer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Mercer is "Wigwam Whoopee" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Mercer acted in?
Jack Mercer has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Mercer?
Other notable films include "Child Sockology", "Snow Place Like Home", and "Barking Dogs Don't Fite".