John Alexander
ActingJohn Alexander Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Alexander reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Alexander's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of John Alexander'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 Arsenic and Old Lace, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Alexander Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Alexander's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Alexander has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | One Foot in Hell | Sam Giller - Storekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Man in the Net | Mr. Carey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Keep in Step | The General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Mugger | Chief of Police | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Untamed Frontier | Max Wickersham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Marrying Kind | Howard Shipley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Model and the Marriage Broker | Mr. Perry | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Sleeping City | Insp. Gordon | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Fancy Pants | Teddy Roosevelt | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Winchester '73 | Jack Riker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Night Has a Thousand Eyes | Mr. Gilman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Summer Holiday | Mr. Dave McComber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Where There's Life | Mr. Herbert Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cass Timberlane | Dr. Roy Drover | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Living in a Big Way | Attorney Ambridge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Jolson Story | Lew Dockstader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Horn Blows at Midnight | First Trumpeter / Doremus | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn | Steve Edwards | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Doughgirls | Warren Buckley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Arsenic and Old Lace | 'Teddy Roosevelt' Brewster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Jim Conderley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Flag of Humanity | Robert Todd Lincoln (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Calling All Husbands | Ben Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | On Such a Night | District attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Special Agent | Arcade Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Arizonian | Billy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Ghost Rider | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Baby Take a Bow | Ragpicker (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
John Alexander - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Alexander?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Alexander is "Arsenic and Old Lace" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has John Alexander acted in?
John Alexander has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Alexander?
Other notable films include "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn", "Winchester '73", and "Untamed Frontier".