Raymond Massey
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Raymond Hart Massey (August 30, 1896 – July 29, 1983) was a Canadian actor known for his commanding stage-trained voice. For his lead role in Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940), Massey was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor. He reprised his role as Lincoln on TV and in How the West Was Won (1962). Among his other well-known roles were Dr Gillespie in the NBC TV series Dr Kildare (1961–1966), John Brown in Santa Fe Trail (1940), Seven Angry Men (1955), Abraham Farlan in A Matter of Life and Death (1946), and Jonathan Brewster in Arsenic and Old Lace (1944).
Raymond Massey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Raymond Massey reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Raymond Massey's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 66% of Raymond Massey'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 Challenge: Science Against Cancer, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Raymond Massey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Raymond Massey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Raymond Massey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | My Darling Daughters' Anniversary | Matthew Cunningham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The President's Plane Is Missing | Secretary of State Freeman Sharkey | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | All My Darling Daughters | Matthew Cunningham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mackenna's Gold | The Preacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Saint Joan | The Inquisitor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | How the West Was Won | Abraham Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Jacqueline Kennedy's Asian Journey | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Great Impostor | Abbott Donner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mayerling | The Prime Minister | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The True Story of the Civil War | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | East of Eden | Adam Trask | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Seven Angry Men | John Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The American Road | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Desert Song | Sheik Yousseff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Carson City | Big Jack Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Come Fill the Cup | John Ives | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | David and Bathsheba | Nathan | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Dallas | Will Marlow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Challenge: Science Against Cancer | Narrated by (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Barricade | Boss Kruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Lightning | Leland Willis | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Roseanna McCoy | Old Randall McCoy | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Gail Wynand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mourning Becomes Electra | Ezra Mannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Possessed | Dean Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Matter of Life and Death | Abraham Farlan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | God Is My Co-Pilot | Maj. Gen. Claire L. Chennault | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hotel Berlin | Arnim von Dahnwitz | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Woman in the Window | Dist. Attorney Frank Lalor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Arsenic and Old Lace | Jonathan Brewster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Capt. Steve Jarvis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Breakdowns of 1942 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Desperate Journey | Major Otto Baumeister | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reap the Wild Wind | King Cutler | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dangerously They Live | Dr. Ingersoll | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | 49th Parallel | Andy Brock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Abe Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Black Limelight | Peter Charrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Drum | Prince Ghul | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Hurricane | DeLaage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Prisoner of Zenda | Black Michael | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Under the Red Robe | Cardinal Richelieu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fire Over England | King Philip II of Spain | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Dreaming Lips | Miguel del Vayo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Things to Come | John Cabal / Oswald Cabal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Scarlet Pimpernel | Chauvelin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Old Dark House | Philip Waverton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Face at the Window | Paul le Gros | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Crooked Billet | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | High Treason | Member of Federated States Council | Average | Similar → |
Raymond Massey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Raymond Massey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Raymond Massey is "Challenge: Science Against Cancer" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Raymond Massey acted in?
Raymond Massey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Raymond Massey?
Other notable films include "Saint Joan", "The Face at the Window", and "The Crooked Billet".