John Steppling
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John Steppling (8 August 1870 in Essen, Germany – 5 April 1932 in Hollywood, California) was a German-American silent film actor. He moved to America at a young age and entered film in 1912 aged 42. He starred in a total of 230 films between then and 1928, beginning with one of the first feature films ever made, Tess of the d'Urbervilles. He is also credited with directing 7 films. He is the grandfather of playwright John Steppling.
John Steppling Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Steppling 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 Steppling's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of John Steppling'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 Broken Lullaby, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Steppling Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Steppling's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Steppling has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | American dream | głos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Broken Lullaby | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Behind the Counter | Her Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Better Man | Phineas Ward | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | High Steppers | John Steppling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Memory Lane | Mary's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | California Straight Ahead | Jeffrey Browne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Eve's Lover | Burton Gregg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Soft Shoes | Markham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | A Cafe in Cairo | Tom Hays | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Fast Worker | Mr. Rodney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Reckless Age | Spencer Meyrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Galloping Fish | Cato Dodd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Breathless Moment | Banker Day | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln | Chairman of delegation | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Let's Go | Andrew J. Macklin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Going Up | William Douglas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Man Next Door | David Wisner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | What a Wife Learned | Maxfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Bell Boy 13 | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Sin Flood | Swift | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Too Much Business | Simon Stecker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Glass Houses | The Lawyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Silver Car | Vicar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Nobody's Kid | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Black Beauty | Squire Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Billions | Isaac Colben | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Madame Peacock | Rudolph Cleeberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The County Fair | Otis Tucker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Sick Abed | John Weems | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Heart of a Child | Joe Mosenstein | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Husband Hunter | Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Luck in Pawn | Abraham Armsberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Lombardi, Ltd. | Max Strohan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | A Lady's Name | Bird | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Road Through the Dark | Antoine Jardee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Johanna Enlists | Maj. Wappington | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Good Night, Paul | Batiste Boudeaux | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Bathtub Bandit | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Promise | Fallon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Miss Jackie of the Navy | Undetermined role | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Comet's Come-Back | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Pretenses | Mike Guffy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Mixed Wires | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Damaged Goods | Senator Locke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Jim | William Bent - the Publisher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Caprice | Secondary Role (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | In the Bishop's Carriage | Mr. Ramsey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Tess of the D'Urbervilles | John Durbeyfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Billy McGrath on Broadway | Billy McGrath | Flop | Similar → |
John Steppling - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Steppling?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Steppling is "Broken Lullaby" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has John Steppling acted in?
John Steppling has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Steppling?
Other notable films include "California Straight Ahead", "Let's Go", and "Soft Shoes".