Tony Dow
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Tony Lee Dow (April 13, 1945 – July 27, 2022) was an American television actor, film producer, director, and sculptor. He was best known for his role in the television sitcom Leave It to Beaver, which ran in primetime from 1957 to 1963. Dow played Wally Cleaver, the older son of June (played by Barbara Billingsley) and Ward (played by Hugh Beaumont) Cleaver, and the older brother of Theodore "Beaver" Cleaver (played by Jerry Mathers). From 1983 to 1989, Dow reprised his role as Wally in a television movie and in The New Leave It to Beaver. Description above from the Wikipedia article Tony Dow, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Tony Dow Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tony Dow reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tony Dow's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 17% of Tony Dow'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 A Great American Tragedy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tony Dow Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tony Dow's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tony Dow has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | David Mirisch, the Man Behind the Golden Stars | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Playing Patti | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Hollywood's Magical Island: Catalina | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Adventures of Captain Zoom in Outer Space | Producer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Back to the Beach | Judge #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | High School U.S.A. | Principal Pete Kinney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Still the Beaver | Wally Cleaver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Ordeal of Bill Carney | Dr. Russell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Kentucky Fried Movie | Wally (segment "Courtroom") | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Death Scream | Joey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Great American Tragedy | Johnny | Hit | Similar → |
Tony Dow - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tony Dow?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Dow is "A Great American Tragedy" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Tony Dow acted in?
Tony Dow has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tony Dow?
Other notable films include "Death Scream", "The Kentucky Fried Movie", and "Hollywood's Magical Island: Catalina".