Leon Ames
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Leon Ames (January 20, 1902 – October 12, 1993) was an American film and television actor. He is best remembered for playing fatherly figures in such films as Meet Me in St. Louis (1944), as Judy Garland's father, and in Little Women (1949). Description above from the Wikipedia article Leon Ames licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Leon Ames Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leon Ames reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leon Ames's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 72% of Leon Ames'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 Fall Guy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leon Ames Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leon Ames's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leon Ames has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Peggy Sue Got Married | Barney Alvorg | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Testament | Henry Abhart | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | That's Entertainment! | (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | On a Clear Day You Can See Forever | Burt Clews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Tora! Tora! Tora! | Frank Knox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Misadventures of Merlin Jones | Judge Holmsby / Lex Fortas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Absent-Minded Professor | Rufus Daggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | From the Terrace | Samuel Eaton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Peyton Place | Leslie Harrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sabre Jet | Lt. Col. Eckert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Angel Face | Fred Barrett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cattle Drive | Chester Graham, Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | On Moonlight Bay | George Winfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Happy Years | Sr. Samuel H. Stover | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Crisis | Sam Proctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Big Hangover | Carl Bellcap | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Battleground | The Chaplain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Any Number Can Play | Dr. Palmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Little Women | Father March | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Velvet Touch | Gordon Dunning | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Alias a Gentleman | Matt Enley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Merton of the Movies | Lawrence Rupert | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Song of the Thin Man | Mitchell Talbin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Undercover Maisie | Amor/Willis Farnes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Show-Off | Frank Harlin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Cockeyed Miracle | Ralph Humphrey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Kyle Sackett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Major James Morton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Week-End at the Waldorf | Henry Burton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Anchors Aweigh | Admiral's Aide | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fall Guy | Floyd Parkson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Thin Man Goes Home | Edgar Draque | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Meet Me in St. Louis | Alonzo Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | Lieut. Jurika | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crime Doctor | William Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | George Washington Slept Here | Leon Ames (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | East Side Kids | Pat O'Day | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Marshal Of Mesa City | Sheriff Jud Cronin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pack Up Your Troubles | Adjutant | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Help Wanted | J.T. Evans-Labor Commissioner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Code of the Streets | 'Chick' Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Moto in Danger Island | Commissioner Madero | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Island in the Sky | Marty Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bluebeard's 8th Wife | Ex-Chauffeur (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Charlie Chan on Broadway | Buzz Moran | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Soak the Poor | Special Investigator Stanton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Only Yesterday | Lee (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Famous Ferguson Case | Judd Brooks | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Murders in the Rue Morgue | Pierre Dupin | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Quick Millions | Hood | Hit | Similar → |
Leon Ames - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leon Ames?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leon Ames is "Fall Guy" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Leon Ames acted in?
Leon Ames has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leon Ames?
Other notable films include "Undercover Maisie", "The Marshal Of Mesa City", and "The Happy Years".