Ralph Dumke
ActingAbout Ralph Dumke
Ralph Dumke (July 25, 1899 - January 4, 1964) was an American actor.
Ralph Dumke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ralph Dumke reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ralph Dumke's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Ralph Dumke'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 Boots Malone, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ralph Dumke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ralph Dumke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ralph Dumke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | All in a Night's Work | Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Elmer Gantry | Salesman in Saloon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Wake Me When It's Over | Senator Gillespie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Loving You | Jim Tallman | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Buster Keaton Story | Mr. Jennings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Solid Gold Cadillac | Warren Gillie | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Francis in the Haunted House | Mayor Hargrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | When Gangland Strikes | Walter Pritchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Forever, Darling | Henry Opdyke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Invasion of the Body Snatchers | Police Chief Nick Grivett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Artists and Models | Mr. Trimm (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Desperate Hours | Clint | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Hell's Island | Casino Drunk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Violent Saturday | Hotel Desk Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | They Rode West | Dr. Gibson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Massacre Canyon | Phineas J. Canfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Frank Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | She Couldn't Say No | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Alaska Seas | Dad Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Beckhard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Hannah Lee: An American Primitive | Alesworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The President's Lady | Col. Stark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Buck Monahan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Lili | M. Corvier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Mississippi Gambler | Caldwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hurricane Smith | Ben Hawkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Holiday for Sinners | Mike Hennighan | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | We're Not Married! | Twitchell (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The San Francisco Story | Winfield Holbert (as Ralph E. Dumke) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Carbine Williams | Andrew White | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Boots Malone | Beckett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Mob | Police Commissioner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Law and the Lady | James Horace Caighn | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | When I Grow Up | Carp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where Danger Lives | Klauber | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fireball | Bruno Crystal | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Breaking Point | Hannagan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mystery Street | Jim Black the Tattooist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | All the King's Men | Tiny Duffy | Hit | Similar → |
Ralph Dumke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ralph Dumke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ralph Dumke is "Boots Malone" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Ralph Dumke acted in?
Ralph Dumke has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ralph Dumke?
Other notable films include "Invasion of the Body Snatchers", "Elmer Gantry", and "The Mississippi Gambler".