Jack Cheatham
ActingJack Cheatham Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Cheatham 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 Jack Cheatham's work falls within the Crime genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Jack Cheatham'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 Undie-World, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack Cheatham Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Cheatham's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Cheatham has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | The Invisible Wall | Cop (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Unsuspected | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Cop Arresting Violet (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Dark Mirror | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Crack-Up | Museum Attendant (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Police Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Deadline at Dawn | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tomorrow Is Forever | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Commander (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Crime Doctor's Warning | The Turnkey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Crime by Night | Deputy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Quiet Please, Murder | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Gun for Hire | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Detective Outside Movie Theater (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Law of the Timber | Lumberjack (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Holt of the Secret Service | Agent Frank [Chs. 3-5, 8-9, 15] | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sea Raiders | Duke | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Criminals Within | Agent Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Black Cat | Moving Man #1 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Roar of the Press | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet Strikes Again! | Pete - Steelmill Watchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ellery Queen, Master Detective | Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom of Chinatown | Stakeout Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Junior G-Men | First Cop at Building Collapse (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Archer | Cop / Detective Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Before I Hang | Patrolman Olson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Marshal Of Mesa City | Bailiff (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Missing Witnesses | 1st Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Murder in Greenwich Village | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Exclusive | Rioter | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Angel's Holiday | Fireman | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | You Only Live Once | Prison Hospital Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Laughing at Trouble | Townsman in Mob | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wedding Present | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Road Gang | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Petrified Forest | Deputy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | If You Could Only Cook | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Fighting Pilot | Barnes - Secret Service | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Girl in Danger | Police Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Detective (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Upperworld | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Undie-World | Gangster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Countess of Monte Cristo | Doorman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gambling Lady | Policeman Posing for Picture (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hold Your Man | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Virtue | Police Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Night Beat | Jackson Heights Newspaper Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Doughboys | Guard House Sentry (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jack Cheatham - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Cheatham?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Cheatham is "The Undie-World" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Cheatham acted in?
Jack Cheatham has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Cheatham?
Other notable films include "It's a Wonderful Life", "The Marshal Of Mesa City", and "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town".