John McKee
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John McKee was born on December 30, 1916 in San Luis Obispo, California. He is known for his work on Cape Fear (1962), The Big Country (1958) and Monte Walsh (1970). He died on May 12, 2013, in Vineland, New Jersey.
John McKee Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John McKee reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John McKee's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of John McKee'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 The Big Country, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John McKee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John McKee's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John McKee has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Tough Enough | Detroit Fan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | 1941 | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Movie Movie | Timekeeper ("Dynamite Hands") | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | One in a Million: The Ron LeFlore Story | Ralph Houk | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Choirboys | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | MacArthur | Admiral Leahy | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings | White Stranger | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Nevada Smith | McLane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Ulzana's Raid | Trooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Monte Walsh | Petey Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Rio Lobo | Rio Lobo Deputy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Party | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Professionals | Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Dimension 5 | Grumpy Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Rare Breed | Cattle Buyer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Hallelujah Trail | Rafe Pike | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | Trooper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Gathering of Eagles | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Showdown | Marshal Beaudine | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Cape Fear | Officer Marconi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sunrise at Campobello | Convention Delegate (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gallant Hours | Lieutenant Harrison Ludlam (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pork Chop Hill | Cpl. Olds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Big Country | Terrill Cowboy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Fort Dobbs | Largo Refugee at Fort (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Helen Morgan Story | Customs Inspector (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Fastest Gun Alive | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Backlash | Harry, Deputy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | I Died a Thousand Times | State Trooper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Illegal | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Cobweb | Deputy Sheriff (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Strategic Air Command | Captain Symington | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Executive Suite | Umpire (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Thunder Over the Plains | Texan (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Big Leaguer | Dale Alexander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Man from the Alamo | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Dangerous When Wet | Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Above and Beyond | Sgt. Wyatt E. Duzenbury | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Monkey Business | Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pat and Mike | Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Angels in the Outfield | Bill Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Gene Autry and the Mounties | Mountie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Halls of Montezuma | Marine (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Gunfighter | Card Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mule Train | Wilson (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | It Happens Every Spring | Baseball Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Challenge of the Range | Cliff (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Walking Hills | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Dark Past | Policeman Departing HQ (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
John McKee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John McKee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John McKee is "The Big Country" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has John McKee acted in?
John McKee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John McKee?
Other notable films include "Cape Fear", "The Gunfighter", and "The Party".