
John McLaren
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John McLaren reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John McLaren'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John McLaren remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Goldfinger, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John McLaren Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John McLaren's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John McLaren.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | The Lady Forgets | Hostile Trainman | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Canterbury Tales | Johnny the Grace | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Roberta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Goldfinger | Brigadier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Follow the Boys | Commentator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Young Racers | Lotus Team Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Child and the Killer | Major Finch | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | First Man into Space | State Dept. Official, Harold Atkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Two-Headed Spy | Bit Part (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | A King in New York | Macabee Senior | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Young Lovers | Col. Margetson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Diplomatic Passport | Jack Gordon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | South Pacific | Capt. George Brackett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Poet's Pub | Elmer Van Buren | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Calling Paul Temple | Leo Brent | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | No Orchids for Miss Blandish | Foster Harvey | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Great Day | American Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Way to the Stars | 'Cheerio' Chester | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Man from Morocco | Pete | Flop | Similar → |
John McLaren - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John McLaren?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John McLaren is "Goldfinger" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has John McLaren acted in?
John McLaren has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John McLaren?
Other notable films include "Great Day", "Diplomatic Passport", and "A King in New York".




