Douglas Dick

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

18Total Films

7.9 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 20, 1920

Birth Place: Charleston, West Virginia, USA

About Douglas Dick

Douglas Dick (November 20, 1920 - December 19, 2015) was a retired American actor and occasional screenwriter. His most famous role came in the 1948 film Rope. In 1971, Dick left the entertainment industry to work as a psychologist.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Douglas Dick reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Douglas Dick's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 39% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Douglas Dick remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rope, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Douglas Dick Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Douglas Dick's career based on audience ratings.

★7.9

★7.9

Rope — Two young men attempt to prove they committed the perfect murder by hosting a dinner party for the family of a classmate

Rope

1948•Thriller

★6.9

★6.9

Rope Unleashed — A short documentary about the filming of Alfred Hitchcock's 'Rope'. Interviews with screenwriter Arthur Laurents delve i

Rope Unleashed

2001•Documentary

★6.8

Something to Live For (1952) movie poster

★6.8

Something to Live For — Advertising executive Alan Miller, a recovered alcoholic who now does interventions on behalf of Alcoholics Anonymous, i

Something to Live For

1952•Drama

★6.8

The Gambler from Natchez (1954) movie poster

★6.8

The Gambler from Natchez — A discharged army Captain returns home to New Orleans to take revenge on the men who murdered his father.

The Gambler from Natchez

1954•Western

★6.6

★6.6

Home of the Brave — A sensitive, educated black man's World War II-time problems. This is essentially the duplicate of his peace-time proble

Home of the Brave

1949•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Douglas Dick.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2001	Rope Unleashed	Self (archive footage)	Hit	Similar →
1960	Flaming Star	Will Howard	Hit	Similar →
1960	North to Alaska	Lieutenant	Hit	Similar →
1957	The Oklahoman	Mel Dobie	Average	Similar →
1957	Footsteps in the Night	Henry Johnson	Average	Similar →
1955	Day is Done	Cpl. Carlson	Average	Similar →
1954	The Gambler from Natchez	Claude St. Germaine	Hit	Similar →
1953	So This Is Love	Bryan Curtis	Flop	Similar →
1952	The Iron Mistress	Narcisse de Bornay	Flop	Similar →
1952	A Yank in Indo-China	-	Average	Similar →
1952	Something to Live For	Baker	Hit	Similar →
1951	The Red Badge of Courage	The Lieutenant	Average	Similar →
1949	Home of the Brave	Major Robinson	Hit	Similar →
1949	The Accused	Bill Perry	Average	Similar →
1948	Casbah	Carlo	Average	Similar →
1948	Rope	Kenneth Lawrence	Super Hit	Similar →
1947	Saigon	Captain Mike Perry	Average	Similar →
1946	The Searching Wind	Sam Hazen	Flop	Similar →

Douglas Dick - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Douglas Dick?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Douglas Dick is "Rope" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Douglas Dick acted in?

Douglas Dick has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Douglas Dick?

Other notable films include "Rope Unleashed", "Something to Live For", and "The Gambler from Natchez".