
Johnny Downs
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johnny Downs reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Johnny Downs's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johnny Downs remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Crowd, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Johnny Downs Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Johnny Downs's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johnny Downs.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Column South | Posick | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Kid from Brooklyn | Master of Ceremonies | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Rhapsody in Blue | Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Trocadero | Johnny Edwards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Campus Rhythm | 'Scoop' Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Adventures of the Flying Cadets | Danny Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Behind the Eight Ball | Danny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Freckles Comes Home | Freckles Winslow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | All-American Co-Ed | Bob Sheppard / Bobbie DeWolfe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Redhead | Ted Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Adam Had Four Sons | David Stoddard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honeymoon for Three | Chester T Farrington III | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Melody and Moonlight | Danny O'Brian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Can't Give You Anything But Love, Baby | Robert Lee 'Bob' Gunther | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Child Is Born | Johnny Norton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Co-ed | Dink | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hunted Men | Frank Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Algiers | Pierrot | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Thrill of a Lifetime | Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | College Holiday | Johnny Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Pigskin Parade | Chip Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Arizona Raiders | Lonesome Alonzo Q. Mulhall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | So Red the Rose | Yankee boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pirate Party on Catalina Isle | Singer/Tap Dancer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | College Scandal | Paul Gedney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Babes in Toyland | Little Boy Blue (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The High School Hoofer | High School Student | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Trail of '98 | Mother's Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Crowd | John, age 12 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Chicken Feed | Professor Presto Misterio (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Seeing the World | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Bring Home the Turkey | Johnny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | 45 Minutes from Hollywood | Himself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Telling Whoppers | Toughey Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | War Feathers | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Fourth Alarm | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Shivering Spooks | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Thundering Fleas | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Uncle Tom's Uncle | Johnny / 'Marks the Lawyer' | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Baby Clothes | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Monkey Business | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Buried Treasure | Johnnie | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Good Cheer | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | One Wild Ride | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Better Movies | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Your Own Back Yard | Johnny Downs | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Boys Will Be Joys | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Official Officers | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Shootin' Injuns | Johnnie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Dog Days | Rich Kid | Average | Similar → |
Johnny Downs - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Johnny Downs?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Downs is "The Crowd" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Johnny Downs acted in?
Johnny Downs has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Johnny Downs?
Other notable films include "Shootin' Injuns", "Adventures of the Flying Cadets", and "So Red the Rose".




