Adrian Morris
ActingAbout Adrian Morris
Adrian Michael Morris (January 12, 1907 – November 30, 1941) was an American actor of stage and film, and a younger brother of Chester Morris. As a child, Morris performed with his family in a vaudeville act. In his short 10-year career as a Hollywood character actor, he appeared in over 70 films, including Dirigible (1931), Me and My Gal (1932), Bureau of Missing Persons (1933), The Big Shakedown (1934), The Fighting Marines (1935), The Petrified Forest (1936), There Goes the Groom (1937), Angels with Dirty Faces (1938), Gone With the Wind (1939), The Grapes of Wrath (1940), and Blood and Sand (1941).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Adrian Morris 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 Adrian Morris'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Adrian Morris remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gone with the Wind, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Adrian Morris Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Adrian Morris's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Adrian Morris.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Fly By Night | Officer John Prescott | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Belle Starr | Major Grail's Orderly (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blood and Sand | La Pulga | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Michael Shayne: Private Detective | Al | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Public Deb No. 1 | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Denver Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pier 13 | Al Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Cisco Kid | Smoketree Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Florian | Cpl. Ernst | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Girl in 313 | First Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Tear Gas Squad | Crusty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Agent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cisco Kid and the Lady | Saloon Brawler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Carpetbagger Orator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | $1,000 a Touchdown | Two Ton Terry (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wall Street Cowboy | Big Joe Gillespie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Coast Guard | First Expressman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | 6,000 Enemies | Bull Snyder | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Railwayman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rose of Washington Square | Jim | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Return of the Cisco Kid | Deputy Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tail Spin | Repo Man (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Angels with Dirty Faces | Blackie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Colin de Cayeulx | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | You and Me | Knucks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Every Day's a Holiday | Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | There Goes the Groom | Eddie - Interne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Her Husband Lies | Carwig | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rose Bowl | Doc | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | My American Wife | Vincent Cantillon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Poppy | Constable Bowman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Petrified Forest | Ruby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Fighting Marines | Sgt. Mack McGowan | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 3 Kids and a Queen | Federal Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dr. Socrates | Beanie - a Gangster | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stranded | Rivet Boss (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Age of Indiscretion | Gus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Accomplice (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | One Frightened Night | Deputy Abner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | West Point of the Air | Randolph Air Field Instructor | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Pursuit of Happiness | Thad Jennings | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Big Shakedown | Trigger | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | King for a Night | Crap Shooter | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Wild Boys of the Road | Buggie Maylin (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Bureau of Missing Persons | Detective Irish Conlin | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mayor of Hell | Car Owner Refusing to Pay (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Me and My Gal | Al | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dirigible | Dirigible 'Los Angeles' Crewman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Adrian Morris - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Adrian Morris?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adrian Morris is "Gone with the Wind" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Adrian Morris acted in?
Adrian Morris has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Adrian Morris?
Other notable films include "The Grapes of Wrath", "Angels with Dirty Faces", and "The Petrified Forest".