Charles Murray
ActingAbout Charles Murray
Charles Murray was an American vaudevillian and screen actor, as well as the director of five silent comedy shorts.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charles Murray 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: Comedy
The majority of Charles Murray's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charles Murray remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Devil's Circus, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Charles Murray Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Murray's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charles Murray.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | Breaking the Ice | Janitor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Circus Girl | Slippery | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dangerous Waters | Chief Engineer McDuffy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Stable Mates | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hollywood on Parade No. A-8 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Courting Trouble | Charlie Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Stolen Jools | Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | His Honor the Mayor | Charlie McDonald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Clancy in Wall Street | Michael Clancy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Head Man | Watts (as Charlie Murray) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Silent Lover | O'Reilly (as Charlie Murray) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Mismates | Black | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Boob | Cactus Jim | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Devil's Circus | Circus Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Irene | Pa O'Dare | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Paint and Powder | Cabman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | White Fang | Judson Black | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Percy | Holy Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Wizard of Oz | Wizard of Oz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Girl in the Limousine | The Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Hollywood Kid | Patrick Pico | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Fools Highway | Mamie's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Luck | The Plumber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Small Town Idol | Sheriff Wilbur Sparks | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Don't Weaken! | Frank Reilly | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Yankee Doodle in Berlin | An Irish-American Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | That Night | A Cafe Entertainer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Bedroom Blunder | Julius O'Brien - an Average Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Her Fame and Shame | Bernard O'Reilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Maggie's First False Step | The Floorwalker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Bombs! | Campaign Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Feathered Nest | The Boarder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Her Painted Hero | A Property Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Their Social Splash | Hogan - the Unruly Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Hogan's Romance Upset | Hogan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tillie's Punctured Romance | Detective in 'A Thief's Fate' (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Noise of Bombs | Constable Murray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Stout Hearts But Weak Knees | The Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Anglers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | His New Profession | Drinker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Masquerader | Film director | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Such a Cook | The Cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Soldiers of Misfortune | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Mabel's Married Life | Man in Bar | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Her Friend the Bandit | Count De Beans | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Riley's Decoys | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | A Barber Cure | The Count | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Mothering Heart | Male Apache Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Highbrow Love | Samuel Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Power of the Camera | First Convict | Flop | Similar → |
Charles Murray - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Murray?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Murray is "The Devil's Circus" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Charles Murray acted in?
Charles Murray has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Murray?
Other notable films include "Luck", "Stable Mates", and "Hollywood on Parade No. A-8".