Walter McGrail
ActingAbout Walter McGrail
Walter B. McGrail (October 19, 1888 – March 19, 1970) was an American film actor. He appeared in more than 150 films between 1916 and 1951. Besides feature films, he appeared in The Scarlet Runner, a 12-chapter serial.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Walter McGrail 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 Walter McGrail'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Walter McGrail remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Grapes of Wrath, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Walter McGrail Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter McGrail's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Walter McGrail.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | And Then There Were Four | Tom McCall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | A Double Life | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bowery at Midnight | Coroner (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Riders of the West | Miller, the Banker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Billy the Kid Trapped | Judge Jack McConnell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | Junction Heavy 1 / Marine Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Appointment for Love | Stoddard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Along the Rio Grande | Cattle Buyer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mysterious Doctor Satan | Stoner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Marked Men | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Gang Leader (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Little Chickadee | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet | Dean | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Sun Never Sets | Henchman DaCosta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stagecoach | Capt. Sickel (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Montana | Joe Allison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | On the Great White Trail | Garou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Held For Ransom | Donnelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tell Your Children | The Boss (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | West of Rainbow's End | George Reynolds aka Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Shadow Strikes | Winstead Comstock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ten Laps to Go | Drake - DeSylva's Mechanic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Accusing Finger | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Special Agent K-7 | Vincent 'Lanny' Landers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sunset Range | Grant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Demon for Trouble | Dyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The World Moves On | The Duallist (1825) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | David Harum | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Robbers' Roost | Henchman Brad | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Vanity Street | Detective Hanson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Union Depot | Pickpocket (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Under Eighteen | Gregg (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Night Beat | Martin Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Murder by the Clock | Herbert Endicott | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Night Nurse | The Drunk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Seas Beneath | Chief Joe Cobb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | River's End | Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Pay-Off | Emory | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Last of the Duanes | Bland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Women Everywhere | Lieutenant of Legionnaires | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Men Without Women | Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Lone Star Ranger | Phil Lawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The River of Romance | Major Patterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Old San Francisco | Vasquez's Grandson - in Prologue | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Across the Pacific | Capt. Grover | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Dancers | The Argentine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | A Son of the Sahara | Capt. Jean Duval | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Where the North Begins | Gabrielle Dupree | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Suzanna | Ramón | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Kentucky Derby | Ralph Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
Walter McGrail - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter McGrail?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter McGrail is "The Grapes of Wrath" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Walter McGrail acted in?
Walter McGrail has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter McGrail?
Other notable films include "Stagecoach", "David Harum", and "Vanity Street".