Peter Lawford
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Peter Sydney Ernest Lawford (né Aylen; 7 September 1923 – 24 December 1984) was an English-American actor. He was a member of the "Rat Pack" and the brother-in-law of US president John F. Kennedy and senators Robert F. Kennedy and Edward Kennedy. From the 1940s to the 1960s, he was a well-known celebrity and starred in a number of highly acclaimed films. In later years, he was noted more for his off-screen activities as a celebrity than for his acting; it was said that he was "famous for being famous". Description above from the Wikipedia article Peter Lawford, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Lawford 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 Peter Lawford'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 60% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Lawford remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rat Pack, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Peter Lawford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Lawford's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Lawford.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Kennedy Dynasty | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Rat Pack | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Sid & Judy | Self (archive photos) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Live and Swingin': The Ultimate Rat Pack Collection | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sharon Tate: Murdered Innocence | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker | actor 'Advise and 'Consent' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Fantasy Island | Grant Baines | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Gable: The King Remembered | Himself - Host / Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | That's Entertainment! | Self - Host / Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Ellery Queen: Don't Look Behind You | Ellery Queen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Step Out of Line | Art Stoyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The April Fools | Ted Gunther | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Fourth Wall | Papá Baroni | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell | Justin Young | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Man Called Adam | Manny | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Sylvia | Frederic Summers | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Faces of November | Self (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Dead Ringer | Tony Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Longest Day | Lord Lovat | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Advise & Consent | Senator Lafe Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | President Kennedy's Birthday Salute | Self - Host | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Pepe | Peter Lawford | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Exodus | Maj. Caldwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ocean's Eleven | Jimmy Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Evan Adams III | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Royal Wedding | Lord John Brindale | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Red Danube | Major John 'Twingo' McPhimister | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Little Women | Theodore "Laurie" Laurence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Julia Misbehaves | Ritchie Lorgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Jonathan Harrow III | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Good News | Tommy Marlowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Brother Talks to Horses | John S. Penrose | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Sisters from Boston | Lawrence Tyburt Patterson Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Cluny Brown | Andrew Carmel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Son of Lassie | Joe Carraclough | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Picture of Dorian Gray | David Stone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mrs. Parkington | Lord Thornley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Canterville Ghost | Anthony de Canterville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | John Ashwood II as a Young Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Pierrot (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Naval Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sahara | British Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sherlock Holmes Faces Death | Young Sailor at Bar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Someone to Remember | Joe Downes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Man from Down Under | Mr. Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Sky's the Limit | Naval Commander (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Student (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Yank at Eton | Ronnie Kenvil | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mrs. Miniver | Pilot (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lord Jeff | Benny Potter | Hit | Similar → |
Peter Lawford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Lawford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Lawford is "Rat Pack" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Peter Lawford acted in?
Peter Lawford has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Lawford?
Other notable films include "Ellery Queen: Don't Look Behind You", "Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker", and "The Longest Day".