Frank McGlynn Sr.
ActingAbout Frank McGlynn Sr.
Gaunt-looking American character actor Frank McGlynn Sr. is best remembered for his many portrayals in 1930s and 1940s historical films of US President Abraham Lincoln. McGlynn began performing on stage in 1896. Prior to that, he had been a practicing lawyer, a graduate of the University of California, Hastings College of the Law.
Frank McGlynn Sr. Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank McGlynn Sr. reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frank McGlynn Sr.'s work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 82% of Frank McGlynn Sr.'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 Why America Will Win, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank McGlynn Sr. Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank McGlynn Sr.'s career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank McGlynn Sr. has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Trail Street | Tim McKeon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Syncopation | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Marry the Boss's Daughter | Hoffman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Three Girls About Town | Josephus Wiegal, senior mortician | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Mountaineer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Third Finger, Left Hand | Judge Holman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Deacon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hi-Yo Silver | Abraham Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Honeymoon's Over | Thin Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Love Affair | Orphanage Superintendent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Lincoln in the White House | Abraham Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Strange Glory | Abraham Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Joaquin Murrieta | Justice of the Peace (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lone Ranger | Abraham Lincoln | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sudden Bill Dorn | Cap Jinks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Western Gold | Abraham Lincoln | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Broadway Melody of 1938 | Boarding House Resident (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sing and Be Happy | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great Barrier | Sir John Macdonald | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Career Woman | Sheriff Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Plainsman | Abraham Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | North of Nome | U. S. Marshal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | King of the Royal Mounted | Henry Dundas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Last of the Mohicans | Gamut | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | For the Service | Jim, a Scout | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | These Three | Judge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Abraham Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Littlest Rebel | President Abraham Lincoln | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Captain Blood | Reverend Ogle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Outlawed Guns | Jingle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Roaring West | Jinglebob Morgan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Folies Bergère de Paris | Joseph | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Are We Civilized? | Abraham Lincoln, Felix Bockner | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Little Miss Marker | Doc Chesley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Charlie Chan's Greatest Case | Amos Winterslip | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Unknown Valley | Head Elder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hello, Everybody! | Jonathan Reed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Frisco Jenny | Good Book Charlie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Wet Parade | Food Control Speaker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Huckleberry Finn | Second teacher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Min and Bill | Mr. Southard | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Jazz Cinderella | Henry Murray (as Frank McGlynn) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Good News | Professor Kenyon | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Abraham Lincoln | Abraham Lincoln | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Why America Will Win | John F. Pershing | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Gloria's Romance | Gideon Trask (as Frank McGlynn) | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Across the Great Divide | The Bandit | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Alexia's Strategy | Usakoff (as Frank McGlynn) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | By Fire and Water | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Bells | Leo Noakes | Super Hit | Similar → |
Frank McGlynn Sr. - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank McGlynn Sr.?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank McGlynn Sr. is "Why America Will Win" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Frank McGlynn Sr. acted in?
Frank McGlynn Sr. has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank McGlynn Sr.?
Other notable films include "For the Service", "Sing and Be Happy", and "The Roaring West".