George Lessey
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of George Lessey 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: Drama
The majority of George Lessey's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George Lessey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Now, Voyager, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best George Lessey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from George Lessey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George Lessey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | Bride by Mistake | Business Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Buffalo Bill | Mr. Schyler Vandervere | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | None Shall Escape | Presiding Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Pistol Packin' Mama | Mr. Burton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mission to Moscow | Bill - Well-wisher (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dixie Dugan | Sen. Patterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Now, Voyager | Uncle Herbert (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Gay Sisters | Judge Barrows | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Mayor of New Rochelle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rings on Her Fingers | Fenwick Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Roxie Hart | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | We Go Fast | J.P. Hempstead | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blossoms in the Dust | Mr. Keats | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Moon Over Miami | William 'Willie' Boulton | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sweetheart of the Campus | Dr. Hale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Adventure in Washington | U.S. Vice President | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Big Boss | Sen. Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Men of Boys Town | Bradford Stone | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Forbidden Passage | American Consul in Lisbon | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blonde Inspiration | C. V. Hutchins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Go West | Railroad President | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gallant Sons | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hullabaloo | Mr. Arthur Jay Norton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strike Up the Band | Mr. Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sky Murder | Senator Monrose | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Good Bad Boys | Judge Kincaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Soak the Old | William Bowen, Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Golden Fleecing | Buckley Sloan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sporting Blood | Banker Cobb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Andy Hardy Meets Debutante | Underwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hollywood: Style Center of the World | Mary's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Edison, the Man | Toastmaster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Kildare's Strange Case | Rufus Ingersoll | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | How to Eat | Toastmaster at Dinner | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | One Third of a Nation | Doctor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Miss They Missed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Birthright | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | It Is the Law | Inspector Dolan | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Silent Command | Mr. Collins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Divorce of Convenience | Senator Wakefield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Patria | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Ambassador's Daughter | Richard Farnsworth, an attaché at the embassy | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | At Bear Track Gulch | Jack Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | His Mother's Hope | The Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Hope - A Red Cross Seal Story | Bank President John Harvey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | At the Masquerade Ball | Jack Van Rensellaer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | A Soldier's Duty | Commanding General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Passer-by | Hamilton Crawford, the Bridegroom | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | Romeo and Juliet | Romeo | Flop | Similar → |
George Lessey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of George Lessey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Lessey is "Now, Voyager" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has George Lessey acted in?
George Lessey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by George Lessey?
Other notable films include "The Pride of the Yankees", "Gallant Sons", and "Roxie Hart".