Stephen McNally
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Stephen McNally (born Horace Vincent McNally, July 29, 1911 – June 4, 1994) was an American actor remembered mostly for his appearances in many Westerns and action films. He often played hard-hearted characters or villains. He was an attorney in the late 1930s before pursuing his passion for acting. He was a one time president of the Catholic Actors Guild.
Stephen McNally Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Stephen McNally reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Stephen McNally's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Stephen McNally'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 Winchester '73, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Stephen McNally Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Stephen McNally's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Stephen McNally has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Hi-Riders | Mr. Lewis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Mission to Glory: A True Story | Juan Salvatierra (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Black Gunn | Laurento | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Panic in the City | James Kincade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Requiem for a Gunfighter | Red Zimmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Hell Bent for Leather | Harry Deckett | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Johnny Rocco | Tony Rocco | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Fiend Who Walked the West | Marshal Frank Emmett | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Hell's Five Hours | Mike Brand | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hell's Crossroads | Vic Rodell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tribute to a Bad Man | McNulty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man from Bitter Ridge | Alec Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Violent Saturday | Harper (bank robber) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Bullet Is Waiting | Sheriff Munson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Make Haste to Live | Steve Blackford | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Stand at Apache River | Lane Dakota | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Split Second | Sam Hurley | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Black Castle | Count Karl von Bruno | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Duel at Silver Creek | Marshal Lightning Tyrone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Diplomatic Courier | Col. Cagle | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Raging Tide | Lt. Kelsey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady Pays Off | Matt Bradock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Iron Man | George Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Apache Drums | Sam Leeds | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Air Cadet | Major Jack Page | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Way Out | Dan Wharton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Winchester '73 | Dutch Henry Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman in Hiding | Selden Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sword in the Desert | David Vogel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Lady Gambles | Horace Corrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | City Across the River | Stan Albert | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Criss Cross | Det. Lt. Peter 'Pete' Ramirez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rogues' Regiment | Carl Reicher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Johnny Belinda | Locky McCormick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Magnificent Doll | John Todd | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Up Goes Maisie | Tim Kingsby (as Horace McNally) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Harvey Girls | 'Gold Dust' McClean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Bewitched | Eric Russell (as Horace McNally) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dangerous Partners | Co-Pilot (as Horace McNally) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | 'Doc' White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | An American Romance | Teddy Roosevelt Dangos / Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Man from Down Under | Dusty Rhodes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Raid Wardens | Dan Madison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Keeper of the Flame | Freddie Ridges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sucker Bait | Nazi Spy Posing as Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Dr. Gillespie's New Assistant | Howard Allwinn Young | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | For Me and My Gal | Mr. Waring | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eyes in the Night | Gabriel Hoffman | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Grand Central Murder | 'Turk' (as Horace McNally) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Inflation | Joe Smith | Average | Similar → |
Stephen McNally - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Stephen McNally?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Stephen McNally is "Winchester '73" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Stephen McNally acted in?
Stephen McNally has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Stephen McNally?
Other notable films include "Sword in the Desert", "Criss Cross", and "Air Raid Wardens".