Johnny Arthur
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johnny Arthur reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Johnny Arthur's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johnny Arthur remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in You Can't Take It with You, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Johnny Arthur Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Johnny Arthur's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johnny Arthur.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | The Silver Screen: Color Me Lavender | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sakima and the Masked Marvel | Mura Sakima | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Happened on Fifth Avenue | Apartment Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Masked Marvel | Mura Sakima | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Nazty Nuisance | Suki Yaki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen | Riley | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dreams | Second Dreamer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Li'l Abner | Montague | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Road to Singapore | Timothy Willow (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jeepers Creepers | Peabody | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Fugitives for a Night | Tootsies, Car Rental Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Kirby's Office Aide (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Danger on the Air | Aiken | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | One Wild Night | Sales Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Feed 'em and Weep | Darla's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Exiled to Shanghai | Poppolas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blossoms On Broadway | P. T. Quinterfield Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Something to Sing About | Mr. Daviani (as John Arthur) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Make a Wish | Antoine | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night 'n' Gales | Arthur Hood, Darla's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Pick a Star | Newlywed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Under Cover of Night | Dr. Busby - Coroner | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ellis Island | Kip Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Stage Struck | Oscar Freud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The King Steps Out | Chief of the Secret Police | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Ex-Mrs. Bradford | Mr. Frankenstein (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Freshman Love | Mr. Fields | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Murder of Dr. Harrigan | Mr. Wentworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Bride Comes Home | Otto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Things You Never See on the Screen | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rendezvous | Code Room Clerk (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | It's in the Air | Jones, Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Doubting Thomas | Ralph Twiller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Traveling Saleslady | Melton | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Anniversary Trouble | Spanky's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hell in the Heavens | Clarence Perkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Ghost Walks | Homer Erskine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Dames | Billings | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Many Happy Returns | Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Twenty Million Sweethearts | Norma Hanson's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Penrod and Sam | Mr. Bassett | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Going Wild | Simpkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Down with Husbands | Henry Sweet | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Show of Shows | Hero - Performer in 'The Pirate' (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Desert Song | Benny Kidd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | On Trial | Stanley Glover | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Draw-Back | Horace Hayseed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | My Stars | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Monster | Johnny Goodlittle | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Mademoiselle Midnight | Carlos de Quiros | Flop | Similar → |
Johnny Arthur - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Johnny Arthur?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Arthur is "You Can't Take It with You" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Johnny Arthur acted in?
Johnny Arthur has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Johnny Arthur?
Other notable films include "Doubting Thomas", "Feed 'em and Weep", and "It Happened on Fifth Avenue".