Harry Woods
ActingAbout Harry Woods
Harry Woods was born on May 5, 1889 in Cleveland, Ohio, as Harry Lewis Woods. He was an actor, known for Monkey Business (1931), Road to Rio (1947) and Days of Jesse James (1939). He was married to Helen P. He died on December 28, 1968 in Los Angeles, California. One of Hollywood's all-time meanest villains - Although his imposing size, perpetual scowl, snarling voice and all-around evil demeanor made him one of the meanest of screen villains, before he became an actor Woods made a living selling ladies' hats.
Harry Woods Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harry Woods 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 Harry Woods's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Harry Woods'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 A Trip to Chinatown, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harry Woods Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harry Woods's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harry Woods has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Code of the West | Nate Hatfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | My Darling Clementine | Luke (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | South of Monterey | Bennet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Wanderer of the Wasteland | Guerd Eliott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Marshal of Gunsmoke | Lon Curtiss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gun to Gun | Land Commissioner Harkness | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Beyond the Last Frontier | Big Bill Hadley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Bordertown Gun Fighters | Dave Strickland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Ghost Rider | Lash Edwards | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Deep in the Heart of Texas | Sergeant Idaho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Triple Justice | Al Reeves | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Come On, Rangers | Morgan Burke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | In Early Arizona | Bull | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Crime Takes a Holiday | Stoddard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Courage of the West | Al Wilkins, aka Jed Newman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Reckless Ranger | Barlowe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Land Beyond the Law | Tascosa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Outcast | Grant, the Head Lyncher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ticket to Paradise | John Dawson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Heroes of the Range | Bull Lamton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Silly Billies | Hank Bewley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Heir to Trouble | 'Honest' John Motley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Gallant Defender | Barr Munro | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Ship Cafe | Donovan (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Let 'em Have It | Big Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rustlers of Red Dog | Rocky | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Devil Tiger | Ramsey Doyle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Prison Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Hot Spot | Husband | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Radio Patrol | Kloskey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Texas Ranger | Matt Taylor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | West of Cheyenne | Kurt Raymer, aka The Laramie Kid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Men Without Law | Murdock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Lone Rider | Ed Farrell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Faro Nell or, In Old Californy | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | China Bound | Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Desert Rider | Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Gun Law | Bull Driscoll | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | 'Neath Western Skies | Jim Canfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Tyrant of Red Gulch | Ivan Petrovitch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Silver Comes Through | Stanton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Splitting the Breeze | Dave Matlock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Cyclone of the Range | The Black Rider / Don Alvarado | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | A Trip to Chinatown | Norman Blood | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | A Man Four-Square | Ben Taylor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Bandit's Baby | Matt Hartigan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Ten Scars Make a Man | Buck Simpson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Wolves of the North | Bob Hunter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Fast Express | Tom Boyd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Don Quickshot of the Rio Grande | A Knight | Super Hit | Similar → |
Harry Woods - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harry Woods?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry Woods is "A Trip to Chinatown" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Harry Woods acted in?
Harry Woods has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harry Woods?
Other notable films include "The Lone Rider", "Marshal of Gunsmoke", and "Wolves of the North".