John Beal
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John Beal (born James Alexander Bliedung, August 13, 1909 – April 26, 1997) was an American actor.
John Beal Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Beal 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 John Beal's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of John Beal'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 Port of Seven Seas, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Beal Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Beal's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Beal has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | The Firm | Nathan Locke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dracula in the Movies | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Kid Who Loved Christmas | Cameron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Amityville 3-D | Harold Caswell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Jennifer: A Woman’s Story | Prof. Eric Wohlstrom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Eleanor and Franklin: The White House Years | Dr. Carr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Legend of Lizzie Borden | Dr. Bowen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The House That Cried Murder | Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ten Who Dared | Maj. John Wesley Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Sound and the Fury | Howard Compson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | That Night! | Commuter Christopher J. Bowden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Vampire | Dr. Paul Beecher | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Twelve Angry Men | Juror #2 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Remains to Be Seen | Dr. Glenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Trip to Bountiful | Ludie Watts | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Six Convicts | Dr. Wilson aka Doc | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Chicago Deadline | Paul Jean d'Ur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Song of Surrender | Dubois | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alimony | Dan Barker | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | So Dear to My Heart | Jeremiah as an Adult - Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Messenger of Peace | Pastor Armin Ritter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Key Witness | Milton Higby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Land and Live in the Desert | Sam - Skipper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Know Your Enemy: Japan | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Edge of Darkness | Johann Stensgard | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Let's Have Fun | Richard Gilbert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Stand By All Networks | Ben Fallon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Atlantic Convoy | Carl Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | One Thrilling Night | Horace Jason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Doctors Don't Tell | Dr. Ralph Sawyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ellery Queen and the Perfect Crime | Walter Matthews | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cat and the Canary | Fred Blythe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Great Commandment | Joel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Arkansas Traveler | John Daniels | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | I Am the Law | Paul Ferguson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Port of Seven Seas | Marius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Beg, Borrow or Steal | Count Bill Cherau | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Danger Patrol | Dan Loring | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Double Wedding | Waldo Beaver | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Madame X | Raymond Fleuriot | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Border Cafe | Keith Whitney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Who Found Himself | Dr. James Stanton Jr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Who Are About to Die | John Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | M'Liss | Stephen Thorne | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Break of Hearts | Johnny Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Les Misérables | Marius | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Laddie | Laddie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Little Minister | Révérend Gavin Dishart | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hat, Coat and Glove | Jerry Hutchins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Another Language | Jerry Hallam | Hit | Similar → |
John Beal - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Beal?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Beal is "Port of Seven Seas" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Beal acted in?
John Beal has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Beal?
Other notable films include "Laddie", "Land and Live in the Desert", and "The Trip to Bountiful".