Ted McNamara

Acting

Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

9Total Films

6.2 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 19, 1894

Birth Place: Melbourne, Australia

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ted McNamara reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ted McNamara'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ted McNamara remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mother Machree, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ted McNamara Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ted McNamara's career based on audience ratings.

★6.2

★6.2

Mother Machree: Ellen McHugh, a poor Irish immigrant to America, finds work in a carnival and is thus able to send her son Brian to a fi

Mother Machree

1927•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

What Price Glory: U.S. Marine sergeants Quirt and Flagg are inveterate romantic rivals on peacetime assignments in China and the Philippin

What Price Glory

1926•Comedy

★5.8

★5.8

Upstream: A silent comedy set in an actor's boardinghouse. Some plot points are seemingly inspired by the Barrymore dynasty.

Upstream

1927•Comedy

★5.6

★5.6

The Monkey Talks: In 1927 Olive Borden starred in Fox drama The Monkey Talks directed by Raoul Walsh. She played a circus performer who me

The Monkey Talks

1927•Drama

★4.5

★4.5

Shore Leave: "Bilge" Smith (Richard Barthelmess), a tough sailor, meets Connie Martin (Dorothy Mackaill), a seamstress in a small har

Shore Leave

1925•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ted McNamara.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1928	Why Sailors Go Wrong	Mac	Flop	Similar →
1928	The Gateway of the Moon	Henry Hooker	Flop	Similar →
1927	Mother Machree	The Harper of Wexford	Average	Similar →
1927	The Gay Retreat	Ted McHiggins	Flop	Similar →
1927	Chain Lightning	Shorty	Flop	Similar →
1927	The Monkey Talks	Firmin	Average	Similar →
1927	Upstream	Callahan and Callahan	Average	Similar →
1926	What Price Glory	Pvt. Kiper	Average	Similar →
1925	Shore Leave	Bat Smith	Flop	Similar →

Ted McNamara - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ted McNamara?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ted McNamara is "Mother Machree" with a rating of 6.2/10.

How many movies has Ted McNamara acted in?

Ted McNamara has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ted McNamara?

Other notable films include "What Price Glory", "Upstream", and "The Monkey Talks".