Charles Murphy
ActingCharles Murphy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Murphy reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Murphy's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of Charles Murphy's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Oregon Trail, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Murphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Murphy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Murphy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Border Patrol | Cowhand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lost Canyon | Posse Rider | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Silver Bullet | Murder-Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Old California | Saloon Patron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Secret of the Wastelands | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Texas | Cattleman at Meeting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Stick to Your Guns | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Nevada City | The Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheriff of Tombstone | Miner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Border Vigilantes | Vigilante | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bury Me Not on the Lone Prairie | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Doomed Caravan | Fiesta Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Three Men from Texas | Stage Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | One Night in the Tropics | Drunk in Court (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Villain Still Pursued Her | Lamplighter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | When the Daltons Rode | Tim | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Stage Driver #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bad Man from Red Butte | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Showdown | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Zorro's Fighting Legion | Pepito - Carriage Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Destry Rides Again | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dick Tracy's G-Men | Stopes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | New Frontier | Mailman Zeke | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Oregon Trail | Tompkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heritage of the Desert | Wedding Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | Townsman in Voting Line | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sunset Trail | Stage Guard #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Lon - Roustabout (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Exposed | Bum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Mexicali Kid | Posse Rider | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Pride of the West | Ed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bar 20 Justice | Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cassidy of Bar 20 | Tex, leader of Texas gang | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Midnight Intruder | Truck Driver (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Jury's Secret | Flood Victim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Westland Case | Mr. Washington, - Bookkeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Aces | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | North of the Rio Grande | Waltzer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Border Cafe | Rustler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Who Found Himself | Hobo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Mighty Treve | Jailer | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Night Waitress | Gangster | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dangerous Waters | Sailor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Adventures of Frank Merriwell | Yacht Crewman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bride of Frankenstein | Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Call of the Savage | Grubb, Freighter's Mate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Red Rider | Art | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Range Feud | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Souls for Sale | Boss Canvasman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Back to God's Country | The Half-Breed | Average | Similar → |
Charles Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Murphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Murphy is "The Oregon Trail" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Murphy acted in?
Charles Murphy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Murphy?
Other notable films include "Bride of Frankenstein", "Destry Rides Again", and "The Man Who Found Himself".