Ralph Morgan
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Ralph Morgan (July 6, 1883 – June 11, 1956) was a Hollywood film, stage and character actor, and the older brother of Frank Morgan (who played the title role in The Wizard of Oz, 1939). Description above from the Wikipedia article Ralph Morgan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Ralph Morgan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ralph Morgan 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 Ralph Morgan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 92% of Ralph Morgan'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 Mad Game, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ralph Morgan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ralph Morgan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ralph Morgan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Gold Fever | Nugget Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Heart of the Rockies | Andrew Willard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blue Grass of Kentucky | Maj. Randolph McIvor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Sword of the Avenger | Don Adolfo Rivera | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Sleep, My Love | Dr. Rhinehart | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Last Round-up | Charlie Mason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Song of the Thin Man | David Thayar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mr. District Attorney | Ed Jamison | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Monster and the Ape | Prof. Franklin Arnold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Impostor | Col. DeBoivin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Traitor Within | John Scott Ryder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Night Monster | Kurt Ingston | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | J.P. Morton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Adventure in Washington | Sen. Cummings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I'm Still Alive | Producer Walter Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Soak the Old | Peterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Forty Little Mothers | Judge Joseph M. Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Smuggled Cargo | John Clayton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Way Down South | Timothy Reed Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Trapped in the Sky | Colonel Whalen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Spiro Gregory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Orphans of the Street | Martin Sands | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Out West with the Hardys | Bill Northcote | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Army Girl | Kennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Love Is a Headache | Reginald 'Reggie' Odell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | That’s My Story | Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of Emile Zola | Commander of Paris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Exclusive | Horace Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man in Blue | The 'Professor' | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Miss Nobody | Gerald Dexter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Human Cargo | District Attorney Carey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Magnificent Obsession | Randolph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Unwelcome Stranger | Mike Monahan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | She Was a Lady | Stanley Vane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | No Greater Glory | Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Orient Express | Dr. Richard Czinner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mad Game | Judge Penfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Walls of Gold | J. Gordon Ritchie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Doctor Bull | Dr. Verney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Shanghai Madness | Li Po Chang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Trick for Trick | Azrah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Humanity | Dr. William MacDonald | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Son-Daughter | Fang Fou Hy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Devil's Lottery | Captain Geoffrey Maitland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Disorderly Conduct | James Crawford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Cheaters at Play | Freddie Isquith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Charlie Chan's Chance | Barry Kirk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Dance Team | Alex Prentice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Man Who Found Himself | Edwin Macauley Jr | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Penny Philanthropist | Tom Oliphant | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ralph Morgan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ralph Morgan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ralph Morgan is "The Mad Game" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ralph Morgan acted in?
Ralph Morgan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ralph Morgan?
Other notable films include "The Traitor Within", "Dance Team", and "Humanity".