John Alban
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John Alban was born on January 2, 1903 in Pennsylvania, USA. He was an actor known for The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946), Till the Clouds Roll By (1946) and Gunga Din (1939). He was married to Renee Evans and Pauline Garon. He died on August 9, 1978 in Los Angeles, California, USA
John Alban Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Alban reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Alban's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 67% of John Alban'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 Citizen Kane, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Alban Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Alban's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Alban has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Fitzwilly | Customer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Sex and the Single Girl | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Youngblood Hawke | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers | Commuter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Best Man | Banquet Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Days in May | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Critic's Choice | Audience Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inherit the Wind | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Auntie Mame | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Pal Joey | Guest at Charity Ball (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Portland Exposé | Tavern Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunfight at the O.K. Corral | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | East of Eden | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Academy Awards Attendee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gentlemen Prefer Blondes | Ship Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Limelight | Empire Theatre Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Merry Widow | Club Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Room for One More | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | I'll See You in My Dreams | Benefit Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Storm Warning | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gun Crazy | Office Worker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | In the Good Old Summertime | Audience Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Great Gatsby | Patent Medicine King (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | They Won't Believe Me | Theatre Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Possessed | Concert Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Repeat Performance | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Egg and I | Reveler at Country Dance (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Delegate (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Deception | Concertgoer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Strange Woman | Congregation Member (uncredited)) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Last Crooked Mile | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Blonde Alibi | Policeman #3 (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Yankee Doodle Dandy | Theatre Patron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ball of Fire | Baseball Game Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Housekeeper's Daughter | William Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gunga Din | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | That Certain Woman | Club Patron (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Sing and Like It | Audience Member (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
John Alban - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Alban?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Alban is "Citizen Kane" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Alban acted in?
John Alban has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Alban?
Other notable films include "Limelight", "Inherit the Wind", and "East of Eden".