Richard Cromwell
ActingRichard Cromwell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Cromwell reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Cromwell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of Richard Cromwell'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 Life Begins at Forty, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Cromwell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Cromwell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Cromwell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Clara Bow: Discovering the "It" Girl | Self (from Hoopla [1933]) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Bungalow 13 | Patrick Macy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Cosmo Jones, Crime Smasher | Sgt. Pat Flanagan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Baby Face Morgan | Edward 'Baby Face' Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Riot Squad | Dr. Tom Brandon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Parachute Battalion | Spence | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Villain Still Pursued Her | Edward Middleton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Enemy Agent | Jimmy Saunders | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Village Barn Dance | Dan Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Young Mr. Lincoln | Matt Clay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Breakdowns of 1938 | Ted Dillard (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Storm Over Bengal | Lt. Neil Allison | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Come On, Leathernecks! | Jimmy Butler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | Ted Dillard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Wrong Road | Jimmy Caldwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Our Fighting Navy | Lt. Bill Armstrong | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Road Back | Ludwig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Poppy | Billy Farnsworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Annapolis Farewell | Boyce Avery | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Unknown Woman | Larry Condon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Men of the Hour | Dave Durkin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Life Begins at Forty | Lee Austin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | McFadden´s Flats | Sandy MacTavish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Lives of a Bengal Lancer | Donald Stone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Star Night at the Cocoanut Grove | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Among the Missing | Tommy Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Name the Woman | Clem Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | When Strangers Meet | Paul Tarman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Most Precious Thing in Life | Chris Kelsey | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Carolina | Allan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Above the Clouds | Dick Robinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hoopla | Chris Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | This Day and Age | Steve Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | That's My Boy | Thomas Jefferson Scott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Age of Consent | Michael 'Mike' Harvey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Tom Brown of Culver | Robert Randolph III | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Strange Love of Molly Louvain | James 'Jimmy' Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Emma | Ronnie Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Shanghaied Love | The Boy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Fifty Fathoms Deep | Pinky Caldwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Maker of Men | Bob Dudley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Tol'able David | David Kinemon | Super Hit | Similar → |
Richard Cromwell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Cromwell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Cromwell is "Life Begins at Forty" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Cromwell acted in?
Richard Cromwell has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Cromwell?
Other notable films include "When Strangers Meet", "Name the Woman", and "Riot Squad".