John Lester Johnson
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Lester Johnson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Lester Johnson'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Lester Johnson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Lester Johnson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Lester Johnson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Lester Johnson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Mr. Washington Goes to Town | Bodyless Head | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Professor Creeps | Keeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Ghost | First Ghost | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery in Swing | 'Champ', Nightclub Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Cardo, Howard's Servant | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Black Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broken Strings | Nightclub Owner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Butler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Missing Links | Dr. Sa Lami Baloni (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tarzan's Revenge | Koki - Chief Bearer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | One Mile from Heaven | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Glory Trail | Toby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Timothy - Nellie's Boyfriend (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Black Soldier at Prison (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Klondike Annie | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Steamboat Round the Bend | Uncle Jeff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Scream in the Night | John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Kid from Borneo | Bumbo (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Passport to Hell | Zakka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Radio Patrol | Smokey Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Flames of Wrath | Frank Keith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Square Joe | - | Flop | Similar → |
John Lester Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Lester Johnson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Lester Johnson is "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has John Lester Johnson acted in?
John Lester Johnson has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Lester Johnson?
Other notable films include "Steamboat Round the Bend", "Castle on the Hudson", and "The Kid from Borneo".