John Harron
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John Harron (March 31, 1904 – November 24, 1939) was an American actor. He appeared in more than 160 films between 1918 and 1940. Born in New York City, he was the brother of actor Robert Harron and of actress Mary Harron. Harron graduated from Santa Clara University. His film debut came in Through the Back Door (1921). After acting for Universal, he was under contract to Warner Bros. Harron "achieved great success on the silent screen but was reduced to minor roles or minor films with the coming of sound." Harron died in Seattle, Washington from spinal meningitis. He is buried in Calvary Cemetery in Los Angeles
John Harron Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Harron 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 John Harron's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of John Harron'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 City Park, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Harron Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Harron's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Harron has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Soldier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Lincoln in the White House | John Hay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Torchy Blane in Chinatown | Chauffeur (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Penrod's Double Trouble | Spieler at Carnival (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Alarm Company Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Out Where the Stars Begin | Studio Gateman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | Jenkins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | He Couldn't Say No | Man With Street Radio Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Missing Witnesses | Harris (as Jack Harron) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blazing Sixes | Man Greeting Sheriff at Dance (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Fred (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | That Man's Here Again | John | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Carnival Day | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hollywood Trouble | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | City Park | Charlie Hooper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Pop's Pal | Johnny Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Leave It to Dad | Harron, the Son | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Sister to Judas | Ronnie Ross | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Beauty Parlor | Jeffrey Colt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hollywood Halfbacks | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Law of the Tong | Doug | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Czar of Broadway | Jay Grant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Man in Hobbles | Joe Coleman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Finders Keepers | Carter Brooks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Night Life | Max | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Once and Forever | Georges | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Silk Stockings | Sam Thornhill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Closed Gates | George Newell Jr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Rose of the Tenements | Danny Lewis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The False Alarm | Joe Casey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Boy Friend | Joe Pond | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Hell-Bent for Heaven | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Gilded Highway | Jack Welby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Little Irish Girl | Johnny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Night Cry | John Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Bride of the Storm | Dick Wayne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Satan in Sables | Paul Yervedoff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Below the Line | Donald Cass | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Woman Hater | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | My Wife and I | Stuart Borden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Old Shoes | The Son | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Learning to Love | Billy Carmichael (as Johnn Harron) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Painted Flapper | Jimmy Arnold | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Fire Patrol | Colin Ferguson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Behind the Curtain | Hugh Belmont | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | What Shall I Do? | Don McLean aka Jack Nelson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Love in the Dark | Robert Horton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Penrod | Robert Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Grim Comedian | Geoffrey Hutchins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Fox | Dick Farwell (as Johnny Harron) | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Harron - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Harron?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Harron is "City Park" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Harron acted in?
John Harron has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Harron?
Other notable films include "The Night Cry", "Hollywood Trouble", and "Penrod".