John Lester Johnson
ActingJohn Lester Johnson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Lester Johnson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Lester Johnson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of John Lester Johnson'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 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Lester Johnson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Lester Johnson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Lester Johnson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Mr. Washington Goes to Town | Bodyless Head | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Professor Creeps | Keeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Ghost | First Ghost | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery in Swing | 'Champ', Nightclub Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broken Strings | Nightclub Owner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Cardo, Howard's Servant | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Black Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Butler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Missing Links | Dr. Sa Lami Baloni (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tarzan's Revenge | Koki - Chief Bearer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | One Mile from Heaven | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Glory Trail | Toby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Timothy - Nellie's Boyfriend (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Black Soldier at Prison (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Klondike Annie | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Steamboat Round the Bend | Uncle Jeff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Scream in the Night | John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Kid from Borneo | Bumbo (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Passport to Hell | Zakka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Radio Patrol | Smokey Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Flames of Wrath | Frank Keith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Square Joe | - | Flop | Similar → |
John Lester Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Lester Johnson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Lester Johnson is "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has John Lester Johnson acted in?
John Lester Johnson has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Lester Johnson?
Other notable films include "Steamboat Round the Bend", "Castle on the Hudson", and "The Kid from Borneo".