Wedgwood Nowell
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wedgwood Nowell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Wedgwood Nowell'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wedgwood Nowell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Disciple, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Wedgwood Nowell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wedgwood Nowell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wedgwood Nowell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Hoodlum Saint | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Man in Admiral's Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Woman in the Window | Man at Club (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gentleman Jim | Broker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Remember the Day | Man Awaiting Dewey's Arrival | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Here Comes Happiness | Party and Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | No Time for Comedy | First-Nighter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Oilman at Producers' Convention (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Love Came Back | Johnson - Music Co. Treasurer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Courthouse Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Man with Nine Lives | Doctor Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Virginia City | Prosecuting Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ghost Comes Home | Passerby Pointing Out Steamship Line (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Teddy the Rough Rider | Mine Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Calling Philo Vance | Brisbane Coe | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Reno | Gambler | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Each Dawn I Die | Parole Board Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Naughty But Nice | Professor Listening to Radio (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Torchy Runs for Mayor | H.T.Cope - Third Editor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Victory | Doctor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Women in the Wind | Cleveland Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Homicide Bureau | Citizen League Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hard to Get | Clerk in Richards' Outer Office (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Diner (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Chaser | Dr. Kahn | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Business Man (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Fast Company | Man in Victim's House (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Holiday | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Start Cheering | Board Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | San Francisco Bar Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Case of the Stuttering Bishop | Hotel Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Go-Getter | Admiral (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Lost Horizon | Englishman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stolen Holiday | M. Borel | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Theodora Goes Wild | Dance Floor Extra (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Adventure in Manhattan | Henchman on Telephone (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Brides Are Like That | Extra at Dance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Court-Martial Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | I Dream Too Much | Guest at Party (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Opera | Ship Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Personal Maid's Secret | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | What Every Woman Knows | Party Supporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cleopatra | Scribe | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Adam's Rib | Minister's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | The West~Bound Limited | Raymond McKim | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | Enter Madame | Doctor (as Wedgewood Nowell) | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Song of Life | Richard Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Man Beneath | François | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Disciple | Undetermined Secondary Role | Super Hit | Similar → |
Wedgwood Nowell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wedgwood Nowell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wedgwood Nowell is "The Disciple" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Wedgwood Nowell acted in?
Wedgwood Nowell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wedgwood Nowell?
Other notable films include "The Roaring Twenties", "You Can't Take It with You", and "A Night at the Opera".