Joe McGuinn
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joe McGuinn 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 Joe McGuinn'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joe McGuinn remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Spider Returns, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joe McGuinn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe McGuinn's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joe McGuinn.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | General (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Birdman of Alcatraz | Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Gambler Wore a Gun | Hastings (as Joe McQuinn) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Story on Page One | Lt. Morris (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | 2nd Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ten North Frederick | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Showdown at Boot Hill | Creavy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Chicago Confidential | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Somebody Up There Likes Me | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Hannah Lee: An American Primitive | Villager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack McCall, Desperado | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Prince of Pirates | General DuBois (as Joseph F. McGuinn) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Living Bible | Pontius Pilate | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Father's Little Dividend | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Cherokee Flash | Deputy Green (as Joe McQuinn) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Sunset in El Dorado | Waiter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Saddles and Sagebrush | Henchman Blackie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Night to Remember | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Glass Key | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Prairie Gunsmoke | Henchman Spike Allen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Old California | Deputy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Devil's Trail | Henchman Jim Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Wife Takes a Flyer | Lieutenant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Two Yanks in Trinidad | Police Announcer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Shut My Big Mouth | Hank | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bullets for Bandits | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Holt of the Secret Service | 'Crimp' Evans [Chs. 1, 4-15] | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Secrets of the Lone Wolf | Bob Garth | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Officer and the Lady | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Jungle Girl | Ted Bone | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Spider Returns | Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Back in the Saddle | Sheriff Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lone Wolf Takes a Chance | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Along the Rio Grande | Henchman Rip (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Billy the Kid's Gun Justice | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mysterious Doctor Satan | Gort | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Colorado | Plotter | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ride, Tenderfoot, Ride | Henchman Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Guerrilla | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pioneers of the West | Sheriff Gorham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Strikes | Officer Driving Chase Car | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wolf of New York | Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Texas Renegades | Henchman Jeff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Zorro's Fighting Legion | Trooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Buried Alive | Mike Gurney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Marshal Of Mesa City | Henchman Pete Henderson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dick Tracy's G-Men | Henchman Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Daredevils of the Red Circle | Ed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Zero Hour | Car Driver (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gunga Din | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Joe McGuinn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe McGuinn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe McGuinn is "The Spider Returns" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Joe McGuinn acted in?
Joe McGuinn has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe McGuinn?
Other notable films include "Shut My Big Mouth", "The Marshal Of Mesa City", and "The Cherokee Flash".