Jack MacGowran
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John Joseph "Jack" MacGowran (October 13, 1918 – January 31, 1973) was an Irish character actor, whose last film role was as the alcoholic director Burke Dennings in The Exorcist. He was probably best known for his work with Samuel Beckett. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jack MacGowran , licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jack MacGowran Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack MacGowran reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack MacGowran's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Jack MacGowran'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 I Captured the King of the Leprechauns, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack MacGowran Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack MacGowran's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack MacGowran has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | The Exorcist | Burke Dennings | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Shadow of a Gunman | Seumas Shields | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | King Lear | Fool | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | A Day at the Beach | Collector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Start the Revolution Without Me | Jacques | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go | Leo Zimmerman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Age of Consent | Nat Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Wonderwall | Prof. Oscar Collins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | There's a Hole in Your Dustbin, Delilah | 'Cheese and Egg' C.E. Petty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Faithful Departed | narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Fearless Vampire Killers | Professor Abronsius | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | How I Won the War | Juniper | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Inn Way Out | Irish Poet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Eh, Joe? | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Cul-de-sac | Albie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Stable Door | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Silent Song | Brother Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Doctor Zhivago | Petya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Young Cassidy | Archie | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Lord Jim | Robinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Beginning to End | Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Ceremony | O'Brian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tom Jones | Partridge | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Brain | Furber | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Mix Me a Person | Terence | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Captain Clegg | Frightened Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two and Two Make Six | Night Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Blind Date | Postman | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Boy and the Bridge | Market Porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Darby O'Gill and the Little People | Phadrig Oge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | I Captured the King of the Leprechauns | Phadrig Oge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Giant Behemoth | Dr. Sampson, the paleontologist | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | She Didn't Say No! | William Bates | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rooney | Joe O'Connor | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Rising of the Moon | Mickey J., The Poitín Maker (segment 'The Majesty of the Law') | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Manuela | Tommy | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Jacqueline | Campbell | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Titfield Thunderbolt | Vernon Crump (as Jack McGowran) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Titfield Thunderbolt | Vernon Crump | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Time Bomb | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Gentle Gunman | Patsy McGuire | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Quiet Man | Ignatius Feeney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | No Resting Place | Billy Kyle | Flop | Similar → |
Jack MacGowran - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack MacGowran?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack MacGowran is "I Captured the King of the Leprechauns" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Jack MacGowran acted in?
Jack MacGowran has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack MacGowran?
Other notable films include "The Exorcist", "Doctor Zhivago", and "The Quiet Man".