George McFarland - Actor Profile

George McFarland

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 2, 1928
Birth Place: Dallas, Texas, USA

About George McFarland

George 'Spanky' McFarland was born on October 2, 1928 in Dallas, Texas, USA as George Robert Phillips McFarland. He was an actor, known for General Spanky (1936), Our Gang Follies of 1938 (1937) and Beginner's Luck (1935). He was married to Doris. He died of a heart attack on June 30, 1993 in Grapevine, Texas.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of George McFarland reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of George McFarland's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George McFarland remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Going Hollywood: The '30s, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best George McFarland Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from George McFarland's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Going Hollywood: The '30s (1984) movie poster
★10.0

Going Hollywood: The '30s — Robert Preston hosts this documentary that shows what people of the 1930s were watching as they were battling the Depres

Going Hollywood: The '30s

1984•Documentary
★10.0
The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D (2012) movie poster
★10.0

The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D —

The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D

2012•Comedy
★7.8
Free Wheeling (1932) movie poster
★7.8

Free Wheeling — Stymie takes Dickie for a ride in his runaway car and cures his stiff neck.

Free Wheeling

1932•Comedy
★7.7
Hi'–Neighbor! (1934) movie poster
★7.7

Hi'–Neighbor! — The gang decides to build their own fire engine.

Hi'–Neighbor!

1934•Comedy
★7.5
For Pete's Sake! (1934) movie poster
★7.5

For Pete's Sake! — The kids try to raise money to buy a doll for Marianne.

For Pete's Sake!

1934•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George McFarland.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2012 The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D Spanky Super Hit Similar →
1984 Going Hollywood: The '30s (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1983 Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1981 Rascal Dazzle Spanky (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1944 The Woman in the Window Boy Scout (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1942 Unexpected Riches Spanky Hit Similar →
1942 Don't Lie Spanky Hit Similar →
1940 Waldo's Last Stand Spanky Hit Similar →
1940 Good Bad Boys Spanky Hit Similar →
1939 Time Out for Lessons Spanky Hit Similar →
1939 Joy Scouts Spanky Hit Similar →
1938 Came the Brawn Spanky Hit Similar →
1938 Bear Facts Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Mail and Female Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Framing Youth Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Fishy Tales Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Night 'n' Gales Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Roamin' Holiday Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Three Smart Boys Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Rushin' Ballet Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Hearts Are Thumps Spanky Hit Similar →
1937 Glove Taps Spanky Hit Similar →
1936 Pay As You Exit Spanky Hit Similar →
1936 Two Too Young Spanky Hit Similar →
1936 Bored of Education Spanky Hit Similar →
1936 Second Childhood Spanky Hit Similar →
1936 The Lucky Corner Spanky Hit Similar →
1936 The Trail of the Lonesome Pine Buddie Tolliver Hit Similar →
1935 Little Papa Spanky Hit Similar →
1935 Sprucin' Up Spanky Hit Similar →
1935 Teacher's Beau Spanky Hit Similar →
1935 Anniversary Trouble Spanky Hit Similar →
1935 Beginner's Luck Spanky Hit Similar →
1934 Shrimps for a Day Spanky Hit Similar →
1934 Mama's Little Pirate Spanky Hit Similar →
1934 Honky Donkey Spanky Hit Similar →
1934 The First Round-Up Spanky Hit Similar →
1934 For Pete's Sake! Spanky Super Hit Similar →
1934 Hi'–Neighbor! Spanky Super Hit Similar →
1933 Wild Poses Spanky Hit Similar →
1933 Bedtime Worries Spanky Hit Similar →
1933 The Kid from Borneo Spanky Hit Similar →
1933 Forgotten Babies Spanky Hit Similar →
1933 Fish Hooky Spanky Hit Similar →
1932 A Lad an' a Lamp Spanky Hit Similar →
1932 Birthday Blues Spanky Hit Similar →
1932 Free Wheeling Spanky Super Hit Similar →
1932 Hook and Ladder Spanky Hit Similar →
1932 Choo-Choo! Spanky Hit Similar →
1932 Free Eats Spanky Hit Similar →

George McFarland - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of George McFarland?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George McFarland is "Going Hollywood: The '30s" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has George McFarland acted in?

George McFarland has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by George McFarland?

Other notable films include "The Best of The Little Rascals in 3D", "Free Wheeling", and "Hi'–Neighbor!".