George Ovey
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of George Ovey reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of George Ovey'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George Ovey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hit the Deck, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best George Ovey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from George Ovey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George Ovey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Act of Violence | Bystander (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fingers at the Window | Old Man with Telegram (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Woman of the Year | Little Sports Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Wagons Roll at Night | Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Man Betrayed | Soup Kitchen Server (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Dispatch from Reuters | Postman Delivering Pigeons (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Edison, the Man | Lamplighter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Missing Evidence | Bookkeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Calling Dr. Kildare | Man Telling Hickman to Put His Hat On (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Circus Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stand Up and Fight | Conductor | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Missing Guest | Gatekeeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Woman Against Woman | Toy Vendor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wells Fargo | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | True Confession | Juror (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Missing Witnesses | Man with Hearing Aid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Madame X | Bartender in Montage | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Behind the Mike | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mountain Justice | Wedding Guest with Cake | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Theodora Goes Wild | Clarinetist in Welcoming Band (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Murder with Pictures | Trunk Man (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | King of Burlesque | Man Getting Tie Untied (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Lawless Range | Shorty - Ranch Hand Clocking John (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Moonlight on the Prairie | Short Saloon Cowboy | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pop Goes the Easel | Bald Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Female | Party Guest (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Gold Dust Gertie | Man with Wet Paint Sign (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Night Ride | Ed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hit the Deck | Clarence | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | No Children | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Trick of Hearts | Whiteface Comic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | My Friend from India | Valet to Hindu Prince | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Desert Dust | Shorty Benton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Yankee Clipper | Alf | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Strings of Steel | Willie Gray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Transcontinental Limited | Pudge | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Arizona Sweepstakes | Stuffy McGee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Yankee Spirit | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Mummy's Nightmare | The Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Holding His Own | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Henessey of the Mounted | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Winning Wallop | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Fireman, Save My Gal! | Honest Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Jerry's Big Deal | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Holding His Own | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Jerry and the Outlaws | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Jerry's Perfect Day | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Cannon Ball | Powder Factory Worker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Ambrose's Nasty Temper | Short Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty’s Reckless Fling | Card Player (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
George Ovey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of George Ovey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Ovey is "Hit the Deck" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has George Ovey acted in?
George Ovey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by George Ovey?
Other notable films include "The Missing Guest", "Pop Goes the Easel", and "Woman of the Year".