George Macready
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George Peabody Macready, Jr. (August 29, 1899 – July 2, 1973) was an American stage, film, and television actor often cast in roles as polished villains. Description above from the Wikipedia article George Macready, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
George Macready Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of George Macready 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 George Macready's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 62% of George Macready'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 Abductors, which stands out as a key performance.
Best George Macready Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from George Macready's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie George Macready has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Tora! Tora! Tora! | Cordell Hull | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Daughter of the Mind | Dr. Frank Ferguson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Night Gallery | Hendricks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Young Lawyers | Jay Spofford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Fame Is the Name of the Game | Glenn Howard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Great Race | General Kuhster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Asylum for a Spy | Graham Jutland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Where Love Has Gone | Gordon Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Days in May | Christopher Todd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Dead Ringer | Paul Harrison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Taras Bulba | The Governor | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two Weeks in Another Town | Lew Jordan | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Jet Over The Atlantic | Lord Robert Leverett | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Paths of Glory | Gen. Paul Mireau | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Abductors | Jack Langley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Thunder Over Arizona | Mayor Plummer | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | A Kiss Before Dying | Leo Kingship | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Vera Cruz | Emperor Maximilian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Duffy of San Quentin | John C. Winant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Golden Blade | Jafar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Julius Caesar | Marullus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Treasure of the Golden Condor | Marquis de St. Malo | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Green Glove | Count Paul Rona | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Detective Story | Karl Schneider | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel | Gen. Fritz Bayerlein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Fortunes of Captain Blood | Marquis de Riconete | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Art Director | Self - from 'The Big Clock' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Marshal Sam Hughes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Johnny Allegro | Morgan Vallin | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias Nick Beal | Thomas Garfield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Knock on Any Door | Dist. Atty. Kerman | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Blade | Gen. Cadeau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Beyond Glory | Maj. Gen. Bond | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Coroner Creek | Younger Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Big Clock | Steve Hagen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Swordsman | Robert Glowan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Down to Earth | Joe Manion | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Return of Monte Cristo | Henri de la Roche | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Walls Came Tumbling Down | Matthew Stoker | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gilda | Ballin Mundson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | My Name Is Julia Ross | Ralph Hughes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Don Juan Quilligan | District Attorney (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Counter-Attack | Colonel Semenov | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Fighting Guardsman | Gaston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Monster and the Ape | Prof. Ernst | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Mystery | Jefferson Monk | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Song to Remember | Alfred DeMusset (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Missing Juror | Harry Wharton | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Bruno Sauer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Story of Dr. Wassell | Dutch Army Captain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
George Macready - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of George Macready?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Macready is "The Abductors" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has George Macready acted in?
George Macready has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by George Macready?
Other notable films include "The Young Lawyers", "The Fighting Guardsman", and "Paths of Glory".