John Steppling
ActingAbout John Steppling
John Steppling (8 August 1870 in Essen, Germany – 5 April 1932 in Hollywood, California) was a German-American silent film actor. He moved to America at a young age and entered film in 1912 aged 42. He starred in a total of 230 films between then and 1928, beginning with one of the first feature films ever made, Tess of the d'Urbervilles. He is also credited with directing 7 films. He is the grandfather of playwright John Steppling.
John Steppling Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Steppling 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 Steppling'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 Steppling'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 The Sin Flood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Steppling Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Steppling's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Steppling has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | Broken Lullaby | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Behind the Counter | Her Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | By Whose Hand? | Claridge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Wedding Bills | District Attorney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Gay Old Bird | Uncle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | California or Bust | President Holtwood | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Better Man | Phineas Ward | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | High Steppers | John Steppling | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Memory Lane | Mary's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | California Straight Ahead | Jeffrey Browne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Soft Shoes | Markham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Fast Worker | Mr. Rodney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Breathless Moment | Banker Day | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln | Chairman of delegation | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Let's Go | Andrew J. Macklin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Going Up | William Douglas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | What a Wife Learned | Maxfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Sin Flood | Swift | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Confidence | Henry Tuttle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Glass Houses | The Lawyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Garments of Truth | Deacon Ballantine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Silver Car | Vicar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Nobody's Kid | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Madame Peacock | Rudolph Cleeberg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Heart of a Child | Joe Mosenstein | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Inferior Sex | George Mott / Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Live Sparks | Jacob Abbott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Husband Hunter | Kelly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Lombardi, Ltd. | Max Strohan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Life's a Funny Proposition | Tobias | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Bathtub Bandit | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Butterfly Girl | Heinie, the Weinie Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Pretenses | Mike Guffy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Comrades Three | Hobs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Detective Blinn | Judge Page | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Deception | Dr. King | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Wait and See | James - the Valet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Zaca Lake Mystery | John - the Miner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The High Cost of Flirting | Mr. Dunne - Ethel's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | By Whose Hand? | Joseph Toby - Lottie's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | His Obligation | Frank Lehner - Mary's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Resolve | Simpson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Wife Wanted | J.D.P. Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Castle Ranch | Simpson - the Son's Valet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Wishing Stone | Allan's Grandfather | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Ancestry | The Innkeeper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Truth of Fiction | Bill Burton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Decision | Judge Clarke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Saints and Sinners | The Minister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Justified | Sheriff Lacey | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Steppling - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Steppling?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Steppling is "The Sin Flood" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Steppling acted in?
John Steppling has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Steppling?
Other notable films include "Lombardi, Ltd.", "Madame Peacock", and "The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln".