Lafe McKee
ActingAbout Lafe McKee
Born Lafayette Stocking McKee, Lafe McKee began working in Hollywood around 1913. He usually played the likeable father of the heroine, the distressed businessman, or the ranch owner on the verge of losing his homestead or cattle to the villains. The majority of his films were westerns and he supported such actors as Gary Cooper, John Wayne, Gene Autry, Tim McCoy, Tom Tyler, and others.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lafe McKee 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: Western
The majority of Lafe McKee's filmography leans towards the Western 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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lafe McKee remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Vanishing Legion, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lafe McKee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lafe McKee's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lafe McKee.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Kid Dynamite | Pedestrian | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Santa Fe Trail | Minister (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | When the Daltons Rode | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bad Man from Red Butte | Dan Toddhunter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Music in My Heart | Tom - Stage Doorman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Veteran at Lincoln Memorial (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Oregon Trail | Settler (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Six Shootin' Sheriff | Zeke | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Farmer in Courtroom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Brothers of the West | Sheriff Bains | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | North of the Rio Grande | Juror Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Idaho Kid | John Endicott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Last of the Warrens | Sheriff Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Unemployed Farmer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Silly Billies | Pioneer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Bridge of Sighs | Lester - Taffy Peddler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Last of the Clintons | Sam Slater | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Girl Who Came Back | Jim, the bank guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rio Rattler | Pop - Hotel Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Keeper of the Bees | Dr. Grayson | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Cowboy and the Bandit | Sheriff of Pampa | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Circumstantial Evidence | Jury Foreman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Kid Courageous | William Bannister | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rustlers of Red Dog | Bob Lee [Chs. 1-3] | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Port of Lost Dreams | Justice of the Peace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mystery Squadron | Stephen Gray | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Only Yesterday | Father at Train Station (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Fighting With Kit Carson | Luke Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cross Fire | Daniel Plummer | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | End of the Trail | Colonel John Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Secrets of Wu Sin | Justice of the Peace | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Fighting Champ | Sheriff Jim Cosgrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Gold | Jeff Sellers | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Hello Trouble | Sheriff Joe Edwards | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Heroes of the West | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Man from New Mexico | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Mark of the Spur | 'Hardshell' Beckett | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Without Honor | Ranger Captain Frank Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Fighting Marshal | Clint Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Miracle Woman | Man in Audience (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Vanishing Legion | T.J. Hornbeck | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Two Gun Man | Joe Kearney | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The King of the Kongo | Trader John | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Evangeline | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Desert of the Lost | Boat Captain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Officer '444' | Capt. Jerry Dugan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Hoodlum | Board of Directors (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Little Orphant Annie | The Good Squire | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Jim | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lafe McKee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lafe McKee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lafe McKee is "The Vanishing Legion" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Lafe McKee acted in?
Lafe McKee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lafe McKee?
Other notable films include "Jim", "The Oregon Trail", and "Silly Billies".