Joseph J. Dowling
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joseph J. Dowling 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 Joseph J. Dowling'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joseph J. Dowling remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Rainmaker, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joseph J. Dowling Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joseph J. Dowling's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joseph J. Dowling.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | The Rainmaker | Father Murphy (as Joseph Dowling) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Little Irish Girl | Capt. Dugan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Why Girls Go Back Home | Joe Downey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Lord Jim | Stein | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Lorraine of the Lions | Livingston Sr | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Golden Princess | Padre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Confessions of a Queen | Duke of Rosen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | New Lives for Old | Senator Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Her Night of Romance | Professor Gregg (as Joseph Dowling) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Those Who Dare | David Rollins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Tess of the D'Urbervilles | The Parson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Unseen Hands | George Le Quintrec | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Courtship of Miles Standish | Elder Brewster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Tiger Rose | Father Thibault | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Christian | Father Lampleigh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Quincy Adams Sawyer | Nathaniel Sawyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Pride of Palomar | Don Miguel | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Girl Who Ran Wild | Calaveras John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Half Breed | Judge Huntington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | One Clear Call | Colonel Garnett (as Joseph Dowling) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Infidel | Reverend Mead (as Joseph Dowling) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Grim Comedian | Carleton Hutchins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | His Nibs | The Girl's Father (as Joseph Dowling) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Little Lord Fauntleroy | William Havisham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The U.P. Trail | "Place" Hough | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Everybody's Sweetheart | General Phillip Bingham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The House of Whispers | Rufus Gaston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Splendid Hazard | French emigré | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Sink or Swim | Col. Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Riders of the Dawn | Tom Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Lord Loves the Irish | Dr. Leon Wilson / Hugo Strauss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Kitty Kelly, M.D. | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Miracle Man | The Patriarch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Man's Country | Marshal Leland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Josselyn's Wife | Grandpa Latimer (as Joseph Dowling) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Midnight Stage | 'Twisted' Tuttle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Patriotism | Sir Angus Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Carmen of the Klondike | Saleratus Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Madam Who | 'Parson' John Kennedy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Yankee Way | Colonel Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Master of His Home | Bill Boggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Sudden Jim | Judge Zanaan Frame | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Gun Fighter | 'Ace High' Larkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Home | Count d'Orr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Iron Strain | Justice of the Peace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Reward | The Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | College Days | John Saunders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Scrub | Professor Burgess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Scourge of the Desert | Pastor Holt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Bargain | Rev. Joshua Wilkes | Average | Similar → |
Joseph J. Dowling - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joseph J. Dowling?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joseph J. Dowling is "The Rainmaker" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Joseph J. Dowling acted in?
Joseph J. Dowling has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joseph J. Dowling?
Other notable films include "Little Lord Fauntleroy", "Confessions of a Queen", and "Her Night of Romance".