Matthew Beard
ActingAbout Matthew Beard
Matthew 'Stymie' Beard was born on January 1, 1925 in Los Angeles, California, USA as Matthew Beard Jr. He was an actor, known for Jezebel (1938), School's Out (1930) and The Kid from Borneo (1933). He died on January 8, 1981 in Los Angeles.
Matthew Beard Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matthew Beard 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 Matthew Beard's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Matthew Beard'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 Cracked Ice Man, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matthew Beard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Beard's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matthew Beard has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Going Hollywood: The '30s | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Rascal Dazzle | Stymie (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Buddy Holly Story | Luther | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | It's Good to Be Alive | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Burning Cross | Shoeshiner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Dead Reckoning | Bellboy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stormy Weather | Stagehand (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Swanee River | Negro Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Outside These Walls | Penny (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | Ti Bat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rainbow on the River | Lilybell Jones (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Grand Jury | Marshmallow (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Boy at Dr. Mudd's Door (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Captain Blood | Governor's Attendant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Teacher's Beau | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Anniversary Trouble | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Beginner's Luck | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Shrimps for a Day | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Washee Ironee | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Kid Millions | Little Boy in Ice Cream Number (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mama's Little Pirate | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Honky Donkey | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The First Round-Up | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | For Pete's Sake! | Stymie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Four Parts | Boy Looking for Lost Penny (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hi'–Neighbor! | Stymie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Cracked Ice Man | Boy Who Says, "Three's a crowd" (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Wild Poses | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Kid from Borneo | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Forgotten Babies | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Fish Hooky | Stymie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Lad an' a Lamp | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Birthday Blues | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Free Wheeling | Stymie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Hook and Ladder | Stymie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Pooch | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Choo-Choo! | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Spanky | Stymie/Uncle Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Free Eats | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Readin' and Writin' | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Shiver My Timbers | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Fly My Kite | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Little Daddy | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Love Business | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Helping Grandma | Stymie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | School's Out | Hercules | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Teacher's Pet | Hercules | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hallelujah | Child (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Show Boat | Child | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | My Best Girl | Child (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Matthew Beard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Beard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Beard is "The Cracked Ice Man" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Matthew Beard acted in?
Matthew Beard has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Beard?
Other notable films include "Going Hollywood: The '30s", "Outside These Walls", and "Rainbow on the River".