John Payne
ActingAbout John Payne
John Payne was an American stage, screen, and television actor. He is best remembered as a singer in 20th Century Fox musical films and for his roles in Miracle on 34th Street (1947) and the television series The Restless Gun (1957-1959).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Payne 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: Drama
The majority of John Payne's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Payne remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Miracle on 34th Street, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Payne Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Payne's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Payne.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | They Ran for Their Lives | Bob Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Suspect | Iverson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hidden Fear | Mike Brent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Boss | Matt Brady | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Rebel in Town | John Willoughby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hold Back The Night | Capt. Sam McKenzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Slightly Scarlet | John Grace | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tennessee's Partner | Tennessee | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Road to Denver | Bill Mayhew | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Santa Fe Passage | Kirby Randolph | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Hell's Island | Mike Cormack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Silver Lode | Dan Ballard | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Jefferson Harder | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | 99 River Street | Ernie Driscoll | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Raiders of the Seven Seas | Barbarossa | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Blazing Forest | Kelly Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Joe Rolfe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Caribbean | Dick Lindsay / Robert McAllister | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Passage West | Pete Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Crosswinds | Steve Singleton | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Tripoli | Lt. O'Bannion | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Eagle and the Hawk | Capt. Todd Croyden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Crooked Way | Eddie Rice / Eddie Riccardi | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | El Paso | Clay Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Larceny | Rick Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Miracle on 34th Street | Fred Gailey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Wake Up and Dream | Jeff Cairn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Razor's Edge | Gray Maturin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Movieland Magic | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sentimental Journey | William O. Weatherly | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Dolly Sisters | Harry Fox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hello, Frisco, Hello | Johnny Cornell | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | To the Shores of Tripoli | Chris Winters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Springtime in the Rockies | Dan Christy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Iceland | Capt. James Murfin | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Remember the Day | Dan Hopkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Week-End in Havana | Jay Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sun Valley Serenade | Ted Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Great American Broadcast | Rix Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Tin Pan Alley | Skeets Harrigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Great Profile | Richard Lansing | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Maryland | Leland "Lee" Danfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Kid Nightingale | Steve Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Indianapolis Speedway | Eddie Greer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wings of the Navy | Jerry Harrington | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Garden of the Moon | Don Vincente | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | College Swing | Martin Bates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love on Toast | Bill Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fair Warning | Jim Preston | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dodsworth | Harry McKee | Hit | Similar → |
John Payne - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Payne?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Payne is "Miracle on 34th Street" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has John Payne acted in?
John Payne has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Payne?
Other notable films include "Kansas City Confidential", "Dodsworth", and "Sun Valley Serenade".