Jim Farley
ActingAbout Jim Farley
James "Jim" Farley was an early film actor, whose career spanned 30 years across the silent and sound film eras. Farley's final film, The Man from Texas (1948), was released after his death in 1947.
Jim Farley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jim Farley 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 Jim Farley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Jim Farley'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 Lucky Larkin, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jim Farley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jim Farley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jim Farley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Warden (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Leave Her to Heaven | Train Conductor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hail the Conquering Hero | Undetermined Secondary Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Frontier Law | Jed Bates | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hot Foot | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Nothing but the Truth | Watchman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Trail of the Vigilantes | Rancher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | I Stole a Million | Doorman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mutiny on the Blackhawk | Ship's Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Police Sergeant (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let Them Live | Police | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Who Found Himself | Railroad Conductor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Jones - Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Who Are About to Die | Police Officer Johnson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Song of the Saddle | Tom Coburn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Petrified Forest | Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Frisco Kid | Vigilante (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Arizonian | Posse Member | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Carnival | Detective | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Let's Talk It Over | Cop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Two Alone | 1st Deputy Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scandal for Sale | Police Lieutenant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Three Rogues | Marshal Dunn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Lucky Larkin | Martin Brierson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Courtin' Wildcats | The Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Shady Lady | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Perfect Crime | Jones (as James Farley) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Woman Against the World | Detective | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The General | General Thatcher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Lodge in the Wilderness | Bill Duncan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | A Son of His Father | Indian Pete | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The City That Never Sleeps | Mike | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Wild Bill Hickok | Jack McQueen (as James Farley) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Woman with Four Faces | Morton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | My Wild Irish Rose | Corry Cinchella | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Travelin' On | Dandy Dan McGee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Boy Crazy | Kidnapper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Devil Within | Scurlock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Bar Nothing | Bill Harliss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The One-Man Trail | Jim Crenshaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Challenge of the Law | Pere Du Barre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Fourteenth Man | Monk Brady | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Girl in the Rain | Max Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Alias Jimmy Valentine | Cotton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Nugget Nell | Badman #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | An Innocent Adventuress | Brogan's Accomplice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Sue of the South | John Peyton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Her Country First | Henry - the Chauffeur | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | The White Lie | 'Bull' McDevitt (as James Farley) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Stainless Barrier | Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
Jim Farley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jim Farley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jim Farley is "Lucky Larkin" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jim Farley acted in?
Jim Farley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jim Farley?
Other notable films include "Three Rogues", "Trail of the Vigilantes", and "My Wild Irish Rose".