
John Marston
ActingJohn Marston Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Marston reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Marston's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of John Marston'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 Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Marston Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Marston's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Marston has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Second Chance | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Broken Arrow | Maury (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Gun for Hire | Superintendent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Emergency Squad | Lt. Murdock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Durant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Condemned Women | Defense Attorney | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | History Is Made at Night | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Case of the Black Cat | Judge Robert Fellows (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | China Clipper | Airplane Designer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sins of Man | Immigration Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Wagon Wheels | Orator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Manhattan Melodrama | Mr. Coates (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love Past Thirty | Walter Ramsden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | All of Me | Nat Davis (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The House on 56th Street | Ship's Captain (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Son of Kong | Captain Nils Helstrom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Son of a Sailor | Commander Reed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mary Stevens, M.D. | Dr. Lane Aboard SS Bellocona | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mayor of Hell | Hopkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Heroes for Sale | The Judge (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | 20,000 Years in Sing Sing | Man from District Attorney's Office (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Silver Dollar | Gelsey | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Prison Commissioner (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Three on a Match | Detective Randall (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Cabin in the Cotton | Russell Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Skyscraper Souls | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | So This is Eden | A Demonstrator | Flop | Similar → |
John Marston - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Marston?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Marston is "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has John Marston acted in?
John Marston has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Marston?
Other notable films include "The Mayor of Hell", "This Gun for Hire", and "Heroes for Sale".




