Peter M. Thompson - Actor Profile

Peter M. Thompson

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
17Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 9, 1920
Birth Place: Ottumwa, Iowa, USA

Peter M. Thompson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Peter M. Thompson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Peter M. Thompson's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 24% of Peter M. Thompson'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 Happy Years, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Peter M. Thompson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peter M. Thompson's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
The Happy Years (1950) movie poster
★7.7

The Happy Years: Based on a collection of stories with the focus on young John Humperkink "Dink" Stover, a student at the Lawrenceville P

The Happy Years

1950•Comedy
★7.0
Father of the Bride (1950) movie poster
★7.0

Father of the Bride: Proud father Stanley Banks remembers the day his daughter, Kay, got married. Starting when she announces her engagement

Father of the Bride

1950•Comedy
★6.7
Santa Fe (1951) movie poster
★6.7

Santa Fe: After their service in the Civil War, four brothers go their separate ways, but later find themselves on opposite sides

Santa Fe

1951•Western
★6.7
Mystery Street (1950) movie poster
★6.7

Mystery Street: When a young woman's skeletal remains turn up on a Massachusetts beach, Barnstable cop Peter Moralas teams with Boston p

Mystery Street

1950•Crime
★6.3
A Double Life (1947) movie poster
★6.3

A Double Life: A Shakespearian actor starring as Othello opposite his wife finds the character's jealous rage taking over his mind off-

A Double Life

1947•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Peter M. Thompson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1965 Monster a Go-Go! Dr. Chris Manning Flop Similar →
1960 Who Was That Lady? F.B.I. Man (uncredited) Average Similar →
1955 Fury in Paradise (as Peter Thompson) Flop Similar →
1955 A Yank in Ermine Joe Turner Flop Similar →
1951 The Family Secret - Average Similar →
1951 The Harlem Globetrotters Martin Flop Similar →
1951 Smuggler's Gold Frank Warren Average Similar →
1951 Santa Fe Tom Canfield Hit Similar →
1951 Fort Savage Raiders Lt. James Sutter Flop Similar →
1951 Ridin' the Outlaw Trail Sheriff Tom Chapman (as Peter Thompson) Flop Similar →
1950 The Flying Missile Lieutenant Commander Flop Similar →
1950 The Happy Years Sambo Super Hit Similar →
1950 Mystery Street Law Student (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1950 Father of the Bride Usher (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1947 A Double Life Asst. Stage Manager Average Similar →
1947 The Wistful Widow of Wagon Gap Phil Average Similar →
1947 Buck Privates Come Home GI Buddy (uncredited) Average Similar →

Peter M. Thompson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peter M. Thompson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter M. Thompson is "The Happy Years" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Peter M. Thompson acted in?

Peter M. Thompson has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peter M. Thompson?

Other notable films include "Father of the Bride", "Santa Fe", and "Mystery Street".

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