What is David Downing's latest movie?

David Downing's most recent film is "Cast a Deadly Spell" (1991).

Is David Downing a good actor?

David Downing has an average audience rating of 5.0/10 across 12 films on movieMx, with standout performances in A Piano for Mrs. Cimino, Putney Swope, Meet the Raisins!.

David Downing

Q: What is the best movie of David Downing?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring David Downing is "A Piano for Mrs. Cimino" with a rating of 7.8/10.

Q: How many movies has David Downing acted in?

David Downing has been featured in at least 12 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

Acting

Updated: Apr 10, 2026

12Total Films

7.8 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 21, 1943

Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

David Downing Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Downing reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of David Downing's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 8% of David Downing'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 A Piano for Mrs. Cimino, which stands out as a key performance.

Best David Downing Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Downing's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8

A Piano for Mrs. Cimino (1982) movie poster

★7.8

A Piano for Mrs. Cimino: An elderly widow must find meaning and activity in her life when her son suggests she is no longer capable of handling h

A Piano for Mrs. Cimino

1982•Drama

★6.3

★6.3

Putney Swope: Swope—the only black man on the executive board of an advertising firm—is accidentally put in charge after the death of

Putney Swope

1969•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

Meet the Raisins!: Meet the Raisins! spoofs musical documentaries with its use of anthropomorphic food characters. Through its historical p

Meet the Raisins!

1988•Animation

★6.0

★6.0

A Rose for Emily: Townsfolk discover a warped secret while clearing out the house of a recently deceased, aristocratic spinster.

A Rose for Emily

1983•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Cast a Deadly Spell: In a fantastical 1940s where magic is used by everyone, a hard-boiled detective investigates the theft of a mystical tom

Cast a Deadly Spell

1991•TV Movie

Full Filmography

Every movie David Downing has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1991	Cast a Deadly Spell	Thadius Pilgrim	Average	Similar →
1990	Extreme Close-Up	Psychiatrist	Flop	Similar →
1988	Meet the Raisins!	Red (voice)	Average	Similar →
1983	A Rose for Emily	Tobe	Average	Similar →
1982	A Piano for Mrs. Cimino	Mr. Harris	Super Hit	Similar →
1981	Margin for Murder	-	Average	Similar →
1978	Loose Shoes	'Dark Town' Singer	Flop	Similar →
1978	Ziegfeld: The Man and His Women	Bert Williams	Flop	Similar →
1973	Gordon's War	Otis Russell	Average	Similar →
1972	Up the Sandbox	John	Average	Similar →
1971	Been Down So Long It Looks Like Up to Me	Heff	Flop	Similar →
1969	Putney Swope	(uncredited)	Average	Similar →

David Downing - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Downing?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Downing is "A Piano for Mrs. Cimino" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has David Downing acted in?

David Downing has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Downing?

Other notable films include "Putney Swope", "Meet the Raisins!", and "A Rose for Emily".