Morgan Woodward
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Morgan Woodward (born 16 September 1925 in Fort Worth, Texas) is an American actor. He is probably best known for his recurring role in Dallas as Marvin "Punk" Anderson. He also played the silent, sunglasses-wearing, "man with no eyes", Boss Godfrey (the Walking Boss) in Cool Hand Luke and holds the record for Most Guest Appearances on the long-running, western TV series, Gunsmoke, with 19. Description above from the Wikipedia article Morgan Woodward licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Morgan Woodward reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Morgan Woodward'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Morgan Woodward remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Hatfields and the McCoys, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Morgan Woodward Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Morgan Woodward's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Morgan Woodward.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Gunsmoke: To the Last Man | Sheriff Abel Rose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Girls Just Want to Have Fun | J.P. Sands | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Treachery and Greed on the Planet of the Apes | Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Battle Beyond the Stars | Cayman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | A Last Cry for Help | Mr. Burgess | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Other Side of Hell | Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Deadly Game | General Olson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Which Way Is Up? | Mr. Mann | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Speedtrap | Captain Hogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Final Chapter: Walking Tall | The Boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Moonshine County Express | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Supervan | T.B. Trenton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | A Small Town in Texas | C.J. Crane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Quest | Sheriff Moses | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Killing of a Chinese Bookie | The Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Last Day | Ransom Payne | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Hatfields and the McCoys | Ellison Hatfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Ride in a Pink Car | Jeff Richman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Midnight Man | Philip Clayborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Running Wild | Crug Crider | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | One Little Indian | Sgt. Raines | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Yuma | Arch King | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Wild Country | Ab Cross | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Death of a Gunfighter | Ivan Stanek | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Firecreek | Willard | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Cool Hand Luke | Boss Godfrey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Pistols 'n' Petticoats | Mark Hangman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Gunpoint | Drago Leon | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Sword of Ali Baba | Captain of Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Devil's Bedroom | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Gun Hawk | Deputy 'Mitch' Mitchell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ride a Crooked Trail | Durgan (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunsight Ridge | Tex - Lazy Heart Ranch Hand | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Westward Ho, The Wagons! | Obie Foster | Average | Similar → |
Morgan Woodward - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Morgan Woodward?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Morgan Woodward is "The Hatfields and the McCoys" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Morgan Woodward acted in?
Morgan Woodward has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Morgan Woodward?
Other notable films include "The Quest", "A Last Cry for Help", and "Cool Hand Luke".