Douglas Kennedy
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Douglas Kennedy (September 14, 1915 – August 10, 1973) was an American supporting actor who appeared in more than 190 films between 1935 and 1973.
Douglas Kennedy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Douglas Kennedy 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 Douglas Kennedy's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Douglas Kennedy'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 Dark Passage, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Douglas Kennedy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Douglas Kennedy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Douglas Kennedy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Alligator People | Dr. Wayne McGregor | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Lone Ranger and the Lost City of Gold | Ross Brady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Rockabilly Baby | Tom Griffith | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Land Unknown | Capt. Burnham | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Last of the Badmen | Hawkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Last Wagon | Col. Normand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Strange Intruder | Parry Sandborn | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Eternal Sea | Capt. Walter Riley | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Cry Vengeance | Tino Morelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The High and the Mighty | Boyd, Public Relations (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Telegraph Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Wyoming Renegades | Charlie Veer | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mexican Manhunt | Daniel L. "Danny" McCracken | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gun Belt | Mel Dixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Invaders from Mars | Officer Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack McCall, Desperado | 'Wild' Bill Hickok | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Ride the Man Down | Harve Garrison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hoodlum Empire | Brinkley | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fort Osage | George Keane | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Indian Uprising | Cliff Taggert | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Texas Rangers | Dave Rudabaugh | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | I Was an American Spy | Sgt. John Phillips | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Gang | Cliff Roberts, aka Jack Granger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Cariboo Trail | Murphy | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Convicted | Det. Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town | George Donahue (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Barricade | Clay's Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Backfire | Voice Heard on Radio (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | East Side, West Side | Alec Dawning | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | It's a Great Feeling | Opening Off-Screen Narrator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flamingo Road | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | South of St. Louis | Lee Price | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Adventures of Don Juan | Don Rodrigo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Johnny Belinda | Mountie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Romance on the High Seas | Car Salesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Always Together | Doberman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Unsuspected | Bill (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dark Passage | Detective Kennedy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Deep Valley | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Unfaithful | Roger | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Possessed | Asst. District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Nora Prentiss | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Love Thy Neighbor | Doorman at Rehearsal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Mad Doctor | Hotel Clerk (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arise, My Love | College Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Constable Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Rhythm on the River | Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Those Were the Days! | Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ghost Breakers | Intern (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Douglas Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Douglas Kennedy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Douglas Kennedy is "Dark Passage" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Douglas Kennedy acted in?
Douglas Kennedy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Douglas Kennedy?
Other notable films include "East Side, West Side", "Flamingo Road", and "Possessed".