Ray McDonald

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

14Total Films

8.1 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 27, 1920

Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ray McDonald reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Ray McDonald's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ray McDonald remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Singin' in the Rain, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ray McDonald Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ray McDonald's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1

★8.1

Singin' in the Rain: In 1927 Hollywood, a silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his paranoid screen partner struggle to mak

Singin' in the Rain

1952•Comedy

★7.0

That's Entertainment! III (1994) movie poster

★7.0

That's Entertainment! III: Some of MGM'S musical stars review the studios history of musicals. From The Hollywood Revue of 1929 to Brigadoon, from

That's Entertainment! III

1994•Documentary

★6.5

★6.5

Babes on Broadway: Penny Morris and Tommy Williams are both starstruck young teens but nobody seems to give them any chance to perform. Ins

Babes on Broadway

1941•Comedy

★6.3

Presenting Lily Mars (1943) movie poster

★6.3

Presenting Lily Mars: Starstruck Indiana small-town girl Lily is pestering theatrical producer John Thornway for a role but he is reluctant.

Presenting Lily Mars

1943•Music

★6.2

★6.2

Good News: At fictitious Tait University in the Roaring '20s, co-ed and school librarian Connie Lane falls for football hero Tommy

Good News

1947•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ray McDonald.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1994	That's Entertainment! III	(archive footage)	Hit	Similar →
1953	All Ashore	Skip Edwards	Average	Similar →
1952	Singin' in the Rain	Dancer (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1949	There's a Girl in My Heart	Danny Kroner	Flop	Similar →
1949	Flame of Youth	Bill Crawford	Flop	Similar →
1949	Shamrock Hill	Larry Hadden	Flop	Similar →
1947	Good News	Bobby Turner	Average	Similar →
1946	Till the Clouds Roll By	Dance Specialty / George Budd	Average	Similar →
1943	Presenting Lily Mars	Charlie Potter	Average	Similar →
1942	Born to Sing	Steve	Flop	Similar →
1941	Babes on Broadway	Ray Lambert	Hit	Similar →
1941	Life Begins for Andy Hardy	Jimmy Frobisher	Average	Similar →
1941	Down in San Diego	Hank Parker	Average	Similar →
1933	Morning Glory	Grip (uncredited)	Average	Similar →

Ray McDonald - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ray McDonald?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ray McDonald is "Singin' in the Rain" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Ray McDonald acted in?

Ray McDonald has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ray McDonald?

Other notable films include "That's Entertainment! III", "Babes on Broadway", and "Presenting Lily Mars".