Douglas MacArthur
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Douglas MacArthur (26 January 1880 – 5 April 1964) was an American five-star general and Field Marshal of the Philippine Army. He was Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. He received the Medal of Honor for his service in the Philippines Campaign, which made him and his father Arthur MacArthur, Jr., the first father and son to be awarded the medal. He was one of only five men ever to rise to the rank of General of the Army in the US Army, and the only man ever to become a field marshal in the Philippine Army. Description above from the Wikipedia article Douglas MacArthur licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Douglas MacArthur Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Douglas MacArthur reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Douglas MacArthur's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 59% of Douglas MacArthur'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 American Caesar, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Douglas MacArthur Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Douglas MacArthur's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Douglas MacArthur has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Kamikaze: An Untold History | Archive | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Beyond Utopia | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Korea, A Hundred Years of War | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Korea: The Never-Ending War | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Remember Pearl Harbor | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Battle Of Chosin | Himself (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Tokyo Trial: Judging Japan | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hundred Years' War in Korea | Himself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | War Made Easy | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Great Raid | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Women of Valor | Self(archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | American Caesar | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Front | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | X-Day: The Invasion of Japan | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Extraordinary Seaman | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Assignment in Korea | amerikansk general, FN-styrkornas överbefälhavare | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | MacArthur's Japan | himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Appointment in Tokyo | Himself (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Attack! The Battle for New Britain | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Army Air Forces - Pacific | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Holiday Inn | In montage (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Douglas MacArthur - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Douglas MacArthur?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Douglas MacArthur is "American Caesar" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Douglas MacArthur acted in?
Douglas MacArthur has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Douglas MacArthur?
Other notable films include "Kamikaze: An Untold History", "Tokyo Trial: Judging Japan", and "Assignment in Korea".