Franklin Parker
ActingFranklin Parker Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Franklin Parker 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 Franklin Parker's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Franklin Parker'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 Band Plays On, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Franklin Parker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Franklin Parker's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Franklin Parker has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Flesh and Fury | Inspector (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Narrow Margin | Telegraph Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | All That I Have | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lightning Strikes Twice | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Invisible Man | Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Abandoned | Second Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Prairie Pirates | Henchman Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Undercover Man | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House | Simpson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Photographer / Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Police Stenographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Naval Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Sunset in El Dorado | Conductor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Man in Office (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Harmon of Michigan | Harry Bates - Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Texas Rangers Ride Again | Gas Station Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Man Who Wouldn't Talk | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Eternally Yours | Croupier | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man They Could Not Hang | Second Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invitation to Happiness | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Trade Winds | Detective (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cipher Bureau | Announcer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Hot to Handle | Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Give Me a Sailor | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Men with Wings | Mail Truck Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Joy of Living | Third Producer (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Higgins Family | Reynard, the Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Walking Down Broadway | Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wells Fargo | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | True Confession | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borrowing Trouble | Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Club Scandal | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | I Cover the War! | Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Time Out for Romance | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hollywood Boulevard | Brown Derby Workman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Newsreel Cameraman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | F-Man | Craig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Preview Murder Mystery | Cutter (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Band Plays On | Reporter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Chained | Bryant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Operator 13 | John Hay (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | I'll Tell the World | News Editor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Sweetheart of Sigma Chi | House Prexy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Honor of the Press | Sorrell 'Sorry' Simpson, Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Union Depot | Station Agent Talking to Reverend Pike (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Five Star Final | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Holy Terror | Hotel Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Millie | Spring | Flop | Similar → |
Franklin Parker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Franklin Parker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Franklin Parker is "The Band Plays On" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Franklin Parker acted in?
Franklin Parker has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Franklin Parker?
Other notable films include "It's a Wonderful Life", "Fury", and "Libeled Lady".