Rex Downing
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rex Downing reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Rex Downing'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rex Downing remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pay As You Exit, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Rex Downing Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rex Downing's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rex Downing.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Harvest of Redemption | Mr. Cutchings | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | He Walked by Night | Young Hoodlum (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Act of Violence | Teenage Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Call Northside 777 | Copy Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Gangster | Boy with Note (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Invisible Wall | Bellhop (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gas House Kids | Mickey Papopalous | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mayor of 44th Street | Bits McKarg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blood and Sand | Juan (as a child) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mandrake the Magician | Tommy Houston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Escape | Tommy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nurse Edith Cavell | François Rappard | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mandrake the Magician | Tommy Houston | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wuthering Heights | Heathcliff as a Child | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Black Bandit | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bravest of the Brave | Ney's Older Son (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wells Fargo | Child | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Pigskin Palooka | Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | General Spanky | Kid Army Member | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Pay As You Exit | Audience | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Miss Nobody | Orphan | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Pinch Singer | Our Gang Member | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Our Gang Follies of 1936 | Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Little Sinner | Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Branded a Coward | Young Billy Hume | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Teacher's Beau | Our Gang Member | Hit | Similar → |
Rex Downing - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rex Downing?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rex Downing is "Pay As You Exit" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Rex Downing acted in?
Rex Downing has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rex Downing?
Other notable films include "Wuthering Heights", "Teacher's Beau", and "Act of Violence".