Ralph Dumke
ActingAbout Ralph Dumke
Ralph Dumke (July 25, 1899 - January 4, 1964) was an American actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ralph Dumke reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ralph Dumke'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 43% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ralph Dumke remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Invasion of the Body Snatchers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ralph Dumke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ralph Dumke's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ralph Dumke.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | All in a Night's Work | Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Elmer Gantry | Salesman in Saloon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Wake Me When It's Over | Senator Gillespie | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Wake Me When It's Over | Sen. Gillespie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Loving You | Jim Tallman | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Buster Keaton Story | Mr. Jennings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Solid Gold Cadillac | Warren Gillie | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Francis in the Haunted House | Mayor Hargrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | When Gangland Strikes | Walter Pritchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Forever, Darling | Henry Opdyke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Invasion of the Body Snatchers | Police Chief Nick Grivett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Artists and Models | Mr. Trimm (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Desperate Hours | Clint | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Hell's Island | Casino Drunk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Violent Saturday | Hotel Desk Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | They Rode West | Dr. Gibson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Massacre Canyon | Phineas J. Canfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Frank Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | She Couldn't Say No | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Alaska Seas | Dad Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Beckhard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Hannah Lee: An American Primitive | Alesworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The President's Lady | Col. Stark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Buck Monahan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Lili | M. Corvier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Mississippi Gambler | Caldwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hurricane Smith | Ben Hawkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Holiday for Sinners | Mike Hennighan | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | We're Not Married! | Twitchell (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The San Francisco Story | Winfield Holbert (as Ralph E. Dumke) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Carbine Williams | Andrew White | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Boots Malone | Beckett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Mob | Police Commissioner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Law and the Lady | James Horace Caighn | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | When I Grow Up | Carp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where Danger Lives | Klauber | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fireball | Bruno Crystal | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Breaking Point | Hannagan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mystery Street | Jim Black the Tattooist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | All the King's Men | Tiny Duffy | Hit | Similar → |
Ralph Dumke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ralph Dumke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ralph Dumke is "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Ralph Dumke acted in?
Ralph Dumke has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ralph Dumke?
Other notable films include "Boots Malone", "Elmer Gantry", and "The Mississippi Gambler".