John McCurry - Actor Profile

John McCurry

Acting
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
22Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 18, 1928
Birth Place: Anderson, South Carolina, USA

John McCurry Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of John McCurry 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 McCurry's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 18% of John McCurry'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 Trading Places, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best John McCurry Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John McCurry's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Trading Places (1983) movie poster
★7.2

Trading Places: A snobbish investor and a wily street con-artist find their positions reversed as part of a bet by two callous millionai

Trading Places

1983•Comedy
★7.1
The Pawnbroker (1965) movie poster
★7.1

The Pawnbroker: A Jewish pawnbroker, a victim of Nazi persecution, loses all faith in his fellow man until he realizes too late the trag

The Pawnbroker

1965•Drama
★7.0
They Might Be Giants (1971) movie poster
★7.0

They Might Be Giants: After the death of his wife, retired judge Justin Playfair creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legend

They Might Be Giants

1971•Comedy
★6.8
Atlantic City (1980) movie poster
★6.8

Atlantic City: In a corrupt city, a small-time gangster and the estranged wife of a pot dealer find themselves thrown together in an es

Atlantic City

1980•Crime
★6.4
Out of the Darkness (1985) movie poster
★6.4

Out of the Darkness: A gripping thriller telling the true story of the hunt and capture of David Berkowitz, a.k.a. "Son of Sam" — the infamou

Out of the Darkness

1985•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie John McCurry has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1986 Trapped In Silence Tyler Getz Average Similar →
1985 Out of the Darkness Toll Taker Average Similar →
1984 Deathmask Jim O'Brien Flop Similar →
1984 Vamping Sam Flop Similar →
1984 Alphabet City Junkie / Guard #1 Flop Similar →
1983 Trading Places Cop #4 Hit Similar →
1982 Hit and Run Sgt. Kyle Flop Similar →
1982 Jaws of Satan Sheriff George Tatum Flop Similar →
1981 Wolfen Sayad Alve Average Similar →
1980 Atlantic City Fred Hit Similar →
1980 Hardhat & Legs Teddy Flop Similar →
1980 Marathon Man in White Flop Similar →
1979 Fast Break Hal Flop Similar →
1976 The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings Murch Average Similar →
1973 Badge 373 - Average Similar →
1972 Fritz the Cat Blue / John / Additional Voices (voice) Average Similar →
1971 They Might Be Giants Lieutenant Hit Similar →
1970 The Landlord Big John Average Similar →
1966 Gammera the Invincible A1C Hopkins Flop Similar →
1965 The Pawnbroker Buck Hit Similar →
1959 The Last Mile Vince Jackson Average Similar →
1953 Porgy and Bess in Wien - Flop Similar →

John McCurry - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John McCurry?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John McCurry is "Trading Places" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has John McCurry acted in?

John McCurry has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John McCurry?

Other notable films include "The Pawnbroker", "They Might Be Giants", and "Atlantic City".

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