Jack Mower
ActingAbout Jack Mower
Jack Mower (born Benjamin Allen Mower) was an American screen and television actor. He appeared in hundreds of films between 1914 and 1964. Mower also, during the mid 1920s, produced seven silent films.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jack Mower reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jack Mower'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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jack Mower remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in So You Want to Be a V.P., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jack Mower Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Mower's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jack Mower.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Sergeant Rutledge | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Auntie Mame | Elevator Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Home Before Dark | Waiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | 1st Class Passenger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | So You Want to Be a V.P. | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Benefit Attendee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | House of Wax | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Has Anybody Seen My Gal? | Court Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Come Fill the Cup | Newspaperman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Enforcer | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Storm Warning | Bowling Alley Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Breaking Point | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Construction Foreman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | 3 Godfathers | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Always Together | Husband (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Unsuspected | Waiter #1 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Possessed | Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Mildred Pierce | Jack the Mailman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Christmas in Connecticut | State Trooper #1 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Juice-Stand Proprietor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Man in Skeffington's Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Old Acquaintance | Army Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Dispatcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Across the Pacific | Major (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | In This Our Life | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Maltese Falcon | Announcer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Meet John Doe | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Footsteps in the Dark | Police Sgt. Brent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Strawberry Blonde | Streetcleaner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Man Next to MacPherson at Fight (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Sheriff's Deputy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Deputy with Farnsworth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Night Guard Shooting Tear Gas (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase | Ice Company Dispatcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Victory | Veterinarian (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Women in the Wind | Salesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Man at Funeral (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Second Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | It's Love I'm After | Hotel Desk Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Case of the Stuttering Bishop | Second Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Man with Clippings for Fluff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Detective Bringing Phillips to Hospital (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | David Harum | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Pilgrimage | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Officer '444' | Officer Patrick Michael Casey | Hit | Similar → |
Jack Mower - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Mower?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Mower is "So You Want to Be a V.P." with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Jack Mower acted in?
Jack Mower has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Mower?
Other notable films include "A Night to Remember", "The Maltese Falcon", and "Mildred Pierce".