Rags Ragland
ActingAbout Rags Ragland
Rags Ragland was a boxer, then a burlesque comedian and then a Broadway performer before ending up in Hollywood to repeat his stage role as the boisterous sailor in Panama Hattie (1942), in which Ann Sothern played on film the part that had been played on Broadway by Ethel Merman. Ragland, typecast as a good-natured oaf with a knack for fracturing the English language, had as his sole movie employer Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, in some two dozen of whose lighter vehicles he appeared, in the company of such MGM luminaries as Red Skelton, Lucille Ball, Judy Garland and Gene Kelly. Date of Birth 23 August 1905, Louisville, Kentucky Date of Death 20 August 1946, Los Angeles, California (uremic poisoning)
Rags Ragland Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Rags Ragland reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Rags Ragland's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Rags Ragland'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 Whistling in Brooklyn, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Rags Ragland Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rags Ragland's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Rags Ragland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Hoodlum Saint | Fishface | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Her Highness and the Bellboy | Albert Weever | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Anchors Aweigh | Police Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Canterville Ghost | Big Harry Waters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Meet the People | Mr. Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | 3 Men in White | Hobart Genet | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Whistling in Brooklyn | Chester Conway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Girl Crazy | 'Rags' | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Du Barry Was a Lady | Charlie / Dauphin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Whistling in Dixie | Chester Conway / Sylvester 'Lester' Conway | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Panama Hattie | Rags (as 'Rags' Ragland) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Somewhere I'll Find You | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The War Against Mrs. Hadley | Louie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Maisie Gets Her Man | Ears Cofflin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunday Punch | 'Killer' Connolly | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Born to Sing | 'Grunt' | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Whistling in the Dark | Sylvester | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ringside Maisie | Vic | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hats and Dogs | - | Flop | Similar → |
Rags Ragland - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rags Ragland?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rags Ragland is "Whistling in Brooklyn" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Rags Ragland acted in?
Rags Ragland has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rags Ragland?
Other notable films include "The Canterville Ghost", "Anchors Aweigh", and "Maisie Gets Her Man".