Douglas Evans
ActingAbout Douglas Evans
Douglas Evans (January 26, 1904 – March 25, 1968) was born in Madison, Virginia, was an actor, known for At War with the Army (1950), King of the Rocket Men (1949), and I Saw What You Did (1965). He died on March 25, 1968 in Hollywood, California, USA. Evans was born in Madison, Virginia. In 1931, he joined the staff of WABC radio in New York as an announcer. Before that, he was an announcer at WMCA, also in New York, and was chief announcer at WGH in Virginia. He died on March 25, 1968, in Hollywood, California. He is interred in Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Douglas Evans Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Douglas Evans reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Douglas Evans's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of Douglas Evans'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 The Main Street Kid, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Douglas Evans Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Douglas Evans's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Douglas Evans has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Mirage | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | I Saw What You Did | Tom Ward | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Female Animal | The Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Eddie Cantor Story | Leo Raymond | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Big Heat | Councilman Gillen (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Magnetic Monster | Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | South Pacific Trail | Rodney Brewster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Red Ball Express | Brigadier General at Briefing (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Son John | Government Employee (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Retreat, Hell! | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Sky High | Maj. Talbot | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Whip Hand | Carstairs (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Leave It to the Marines | Gen. Garvin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Well | Lobel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Let's Go Navy! | Lt. Smith (Personnel Dept.) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lost Planet Airmen | Civil Defense Chairman | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hollywood Story | Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | North of the Great Divide | Mountie Sergeant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rustlers on Horseback | Lawyer Ken Jordan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Underworld Story | Newscaster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Lucky Losers | Tom Whitney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Champagne for Caesar | Radio Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Sad Songs for Me | Jack Miles (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | D.O.A. | Eddie - Salesman on Phone (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Powder River Rustlers | Devereaux, posing as Manning | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Golden Stallion | Jeff Middleton, Owner of Oro City Hotel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Trails End | Mel Porter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Hideout | Radio Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Musketeers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Cowboy Cavalier | Lance Regan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Secret Service Investigator | Secret Service Inspector Crehan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Ruthless | George (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Crossed Trails | Jim Hudson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | California Firebrand | Lance Dawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Main Street Kid | Mark Howell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Gun Talk | Rod Jackson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dragnet | Radio Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Flashing Guns | Longdon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dangerous Venture | Grimes Atwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine | Radio Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | Police Broadcaster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sailors on Leave | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Parachute Battalion | Radio Announcer (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Highway West | Police Announcer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Man-Made Monster | Police Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | King of the Royal Mounted | Sergeant - Wireless Operator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Three Faces West | 'We the People' Radio MC | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet | Martin Mortinson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sued for Libel | Douglas Evans, Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Francis Scott Key (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Douglas Evans - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Douglas Evans?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Douglas Evans is "The Main Street Kid" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Douglas Evans acted in?
Douglas Evans has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Douglas Evans?
Other notable films include "Cowboy Cavalier", "Trails End", and "Powder River Rustlers".