Melbourne MacDowell
ActingAbout Melbourne MacDowell
From Wikipedia He was born Willet Melbourne MacDowell in Little Washington, New Jersey (now South River, New Jersey). MacDowell began appearing in silent films in 1917 by which time he was long a stage veteran. His co-stars were such actors as William S. Hart, Lon Chaney, Charles Ray, Enid Bennett and numerous others. Though he lived until the early 1940s, his film career ended in 1928 with the end of silent films. He returned for one sound film short in 1932, A Fool About Women with Andy Clyde and Vernon Dent. Several films that Melbourne MacDowell appeared in survive today and can be found on DVD, particularly two of his outing with Lon Chaney, Nomads of the North and Outside the Law.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Melbourne MacDowell 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 Melbourne MacDowell'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 4% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Melbourne MacDowell 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 Melbourne MacDowell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Melbourne MacDowell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Melbourne MacDowell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | Feel My Pulse | Her Uncle Wilberforce | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | There It Is | Frisbie Family Patriarch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Code of the Cow Country | John Calhoun | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Driven from Home | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The City | Vorhees | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Rainmaker | Bennson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Behind the Front | Mr. Bartlett-Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | What Happened to Jones? | Mr. Bigbee | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Fighting Courage | Kingsley Sr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Speed Mad | John Sanford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Savages of the Sea | Daniel Rawley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Cloud Rider | David Torrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Geared to Go | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Love Pirate | Steve Carnan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | A Million to Burn | Mark Mills | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Richard the Lion-Hearted | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Wandering Two | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | He Raised Kane | Kane's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Flaming Hour | John Danby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Forsaking All Others | Cyrus K. Wharton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Scandalous Tongues | Jim Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Infidel | 'Bully' Haynes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Greater Duty | The Warden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Beyond the Crossroads | David Walton / Truman Breese | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Golden Snare | Doug Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The March Hare | Senator Rollins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Outside the Law | Morgan Spencer | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Nomads of the North | Duncan McDougall | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Miss Nobody | Red Gull | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | King Spruce | John Barrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Gift Supreme | Eliot Vinton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Eve in Exile | George Armitage | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Soldiers of Fortune | Mr. Langham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Boomerang | Peter Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Modern Husbands | Jonathan Cosgrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Lamb and the Lion | Uncle Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | All of a Sudden Norma | Emerson Trent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Go West, Young Man | Amos Latham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Coals of Fire | James Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | A Nine O'Clock Town | Mr. Adler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Vamp | Mr. Fleming | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Claws of the Hun | Godfrey Stanton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Biggest Show on Earth | Nat Kemp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Playing the Game | Jeremiah Prentiss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Love Me | Grant Appleby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Keys of the Righteous | Judge Michael Burke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Wolves of the Rail | Murray Lemantier | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Bond of Fear | Judge McClure | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Flame of the Yukon | 'Black Jack' Hovey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Hell Hath No Fury | - | Flop | Similar → |
Melbourne MacDowell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Melbourne MacDowell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Melbourne MacDowell is "The Rainmaker" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Melbourne MacDowell acted in?
Melbourne MacDowell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Melbourne MacDowell?
Other notable films include "There It Is", "Feel My Pulse", and "Behind the Front".