Stanley Andrews
ActingAbout Stanley Andrews
Stanley Andrews was an American actor perhaps best known as the voice of Daddy Warbucks on the radio program Little Orphan Annie and later as "The Old Ranger", the first host of the syndicated western anthology television series, Death Valley Days.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Stanley Andrews reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Stanley Andrews'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 94% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Stanley Andrews remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in It's a Wonderful Life, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Stanley Andrews Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Stanley Andrews's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Stanley Andrews.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | The Twinkle In God's Eye | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dawn at Socorro | Old Man Ferris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fargo | Judge Bruce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Silver Canyon | Major Weatherly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Silver Canyon | Major Weatherly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lemon Drop Kid | Judge Wilkinson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Coffeyville Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Man from Colorado | Roger MacDonald (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Best Man Wins | Sheriff Dingle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | State of the Union | Senator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House | Mr. Murphy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Road to Rio | Capt. Harmon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Willoughby (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Mr. Welch (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Wake Up and Dream | Conductor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Joe - Official at Ship (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Princess and the Pirate | Captain of the 'Mary Ann' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It Happened Tomorrow | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | True to Life | Frank (Bakery Foreman) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of a Rookie | Gen. Ames (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Ox-Bow Incident | Bartlett (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Keep 'Em Sailing | Mitchell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Major and the Minor | Conductor #1 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reap the Wild Wind | Turnkey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Fleet's In | Lt. Commander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | North to the Klondike | Tom Allen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Strange Alibi | Lt. Pagle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Meet John Doe | Weston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Mark of Zorro | Commanding Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Westerner | Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Welfare Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strange Cargo | Constable (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Senator Hodges (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Golden Boy | Driscoll, Fight Official | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Beau Geste | Maris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Dr. Harkness (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blondie | Mr. Hicks (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Attorney to Kirby at Arraignment (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Comrades | Officer giving toast (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Alexander's Ragtime Band | Colonel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Easy Living | Police Captain Jackson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Who Found Himself | Insp. Grey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil Is a Sissy | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Desire | Customs Inspector (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | James Cedar (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peter Ibbetson | Judge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Murder Man | Police Commissioner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mississippi | Gambler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Stanley Andrews - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Stanley Andrews?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Stanley Andrews is "It's a Wonderful Life" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Stanley Andrews acted in?
Stanley Andrews has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Stanley Andrews?
Other notable films include "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", "The Ox-Bow Incident", and "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town".