Morgan Woodward
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Morgan Woodward (born 16 September 1925 in Fort Worth, Texas) is an American actor. He is probably best known for his recurring role in Dallas as Marvin "Punk" Anderson. He also played the silent, sunglasses-wearing, "man with no eyes", Boss Godfrey (the Walking Boss) in Cool Hand Luke and holds the record for Most Guest Appearances on the long-running, western TV series, Gunsmoke, with 19. Description above from the Wikipedia article Morgan Woodward licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Morgan Woodward Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Morgan Woodward reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Morgan Woodward's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Morgan Woodward'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 Running Wild, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Morgan Woodward Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Morgan Woodward's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Morgan Woodward has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Gunsmoke: To the Last Man | Sheriff Abel Rose | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Girls Just Want to Have Fun | J.P. Sands | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Treachery and Greed on the Planet of the Apes | Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Battle Beyond the Stars | Cayman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | A Last Cry for Help | Mr. Burgess | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Other Side of Hell | Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Deadly Game | General Olson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Which Way Is Up? | Mr. Mann | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Speedtrap | Captain Hogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Final Chapter: Walking Tall | The Boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Moonshine County Express | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Supervan | T.B. Trenton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | A Small Town in Texas | C.J. Crane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Quest | Sheriff Moses | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Killing of a Chinese Bookie | The Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Last Day | Ransom Payne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Hatfields and the McCoys | Ellison Hatfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Ride in a Pink Car | Jeff Richman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Midnight Man | Philip Clayborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Running Wild | Crug Crider | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | One Little Indian | Sgt. Raines | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Yuma | Arch King | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Wild Country | Ab Cross | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Death of a Gunfighter | Ivan Stanek | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Firecreek | Willard | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Cool Hand Luke | Boss Godfrey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Pistols 'n' Petticoats | Mark Hangman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Gunpoint | Drago Leon | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Sword of Ali Baba | Captain of Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Devil's Bedroom | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Gun Hawk | Deputy 'Mitch' Mitchell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ride a Crooked Trail | Durgan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunsight Ridge | Tex - Lazy Heart Ranch Hand | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Westward Ho, The Wagons! | Obie Foster | Average | Similar → |
Morgan Woodward - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Morgan Woodward?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Morgan Woodward is "Running Wild" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Morgan Woodward acted in?
Morgan Woodward has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Morgan Woodward?
Other notable films include "A Last Cry for Help", "The Hatfields and the McCoys", and "The Quest".