Raymond Walburn
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Raymond Walburn (September 9, 1887 – July 26, 1969) was an American character actor who appeared in dozens of Hollywood comedies and an occasional dramatic role during the 1930s and 1940s. Description above from the Wikipedia article Raymond Walburn, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Raymond Walburn Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Raymond Walburn 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 Raymond Walburn's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Raymond Walburn'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 Welcome Home, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Raymond Walburn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Raymond Walburn's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Raymond Walburn has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Excuse My Dust | Mayor Fred Haskell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Short Grass | Doctor McKenna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Father's Wild Game | Henry Latham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Key to the City | Mayor Billy Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Leave It to Henry | Henry Latham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Henry, the Rainmaker | Henry Latham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | State of the Union | Judge Alexander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Affairs of Geraldine | Amos Hartwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Rendezvous with Annie | Everett Thorndyke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lover Come Back | J.P. Winthrop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I'll Tell the World | H.I. Bailey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Honeymoon Ahead | Rollie Mack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Heavenly Days | Mr. Popham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Arsenic and Old Lace | Drummer at baseball game (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hail the Conquering Hero | Mayor Everett J. Noble | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | And the Angels Sing | Pop Angel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Man in the Trunk | Jim Cheevers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Louisiana Purchase | Col. Davis Sr. aka Polar Bear | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Rise and Shine | Colonel Bacon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Kiss the Boys Goodbye | Top Rumson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bachelor Daddy | George Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | San Francisco Docks | Adm. Andy Tracy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Dr. Maxford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Third Finger, Left Hand | Mr. Sherwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Ellery Q. 'Wildcat' Chalmers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence | B. Townsend Thayer - The Professor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Under-Pup | Mr. Layton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Freedom Ring | Underwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gateway | Mr. Benjamin McNutt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Start Cheering | Dean Worthington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Thin Ice | Uncle Dornik | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Broadway Melody of 1938 | Herman Whipple | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | High, Wide and Handsome | Doc Watterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let's Get Married | B.B. Harrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mister Cinderella | Peter Randolph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Craig's Wife | Billy Birkmire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | They Met in a Taxi | Mr. Roger Clifton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Three Wise Guys | Doc Brown | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Walter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Thanks a Million | Judge Culliman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | She Married Her Boss | Franklin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Redheads on Parade | Augustus Twill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Welcome Home | Giltedge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Death Flies East | Evans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Society Doctor | Dr. Waverly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mills of the Gods | Willard Hastings | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lady by Choice | Front O'Malley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Count of Monte Cristo | Danglars | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Defense Rests | Austin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Laughing Lady | Hector Lee | Hit | Similar → |
Raymond Walburn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Raymond Walburn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Raymond Walburn is "Welcome Home" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Raymond Walburn acted in?
Raymond Walburn has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Raymond Walburn?
Other notable films include "The Man in the Trunk", "The Three Wise Guys", and "Redheads on Parade".