Lynne Overman
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lynne Overman 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 Lynne Overman'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lynne Overman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in New York Town, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lynne Overman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lynne Overman's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lynne Overman.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Going Hollywood: The '30s | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Desert Song | Johnny Walsh | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dixie | Mr. Whitlock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Silver Queen | Hector Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Forest Rangers | Jammer Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reap the Wild Wind | Captain Phillip Philpott | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Star Spangled Rhythm | Mark | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Roxie Hart | Jake Callahan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Sam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Aloma of the South Seas | Corky | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Caught in the Draft | Steve Riggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Tod McDuff | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Safari | Jock McPhail | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Typhoon | Skipper Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Edison, the Man | Bunt Cavatt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Leach Overmile | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | We're in the Movies, Now! | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Persons in Hiding | Agent Pete Griswold | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Ride a Crooked Mile | Oklahoma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sons of the Legion | Charles Lee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Spawn of the North | 'Jack' Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Men with Wings | Hank Rinebow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hunted Men | Peter Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Her Jungle Love | Jimmy Wallace | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Big Broadcast of 1938 | Scoop McPhail | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | True Confession | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Club Scandal | Russell Kirk - Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Partners in Crime | Hank Hyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild Money | Perry Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hotel Haywire | Dr. Parkhouse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Nobody's Baby | Littleworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Don't Tell the Wife | Steve Dorsey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Murder Goes to College | Henry Hyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Jungle Princess | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Married Men | Jeff Mullins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Yours for the Asking | Honeysuckle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Poppy | Attorney Whiffen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two for Tonight | Harry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Paris in Spring | DuPont | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Men Without Names | Agent Gabby Lambert | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rumba | Flash | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Enter Madame | Mr. Farnum | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Broadway Bill | Happy McGuire | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | You Belong to Me | Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | She Loves Me Not | Gus McNeal | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Great Flirtation | Joe Lang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Little Miss Marker | Regret | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Midnight | Joe Biggers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Five Minutes from the Station | Bert Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Perfect Crime | Newlywed (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Lynne Overman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lynne Overman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lynne Overman is "New York Town" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lynne Overman acted in?
Lynne Overman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lynne Overman?
Other notable films include "Going Hollywood: The '30s", "You Belong to Me", and "Roxie Hart".