Walter McGrail
ActingAbout Walter McGrail
Walter B. McGrail (October 19, 1888 – March 19, 1970) was an American film actor. He appeared in more than 150 films between 1916 and 1951. Besides feature films, he appeared in The Scarlet Runner, a 12-chapter serial.
Walter McGrail Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Walter McGrail 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 Walter McGrail's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Walter McGrail'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 Police Call, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Walter McGrail Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter McGrail's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Walter McGrail has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | The Yosemite Trail | Ned Thorpe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Billy the Kid Outlawed | Judge Fitzgerald | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Gang Leader (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Calling All Marines | Capt. Chester | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stagecoach | Capt. Sickel (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | West of Rainbow's End | George Reynolds aka Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Police Call | Dr. James A. Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | State Trooper | Burman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | McKenna of the Mounted | Inspector Oliver P. Logan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Red Shadow | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Part Time Wife | Johnny Spence | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Anybody's War | Captain Davis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Veiled Woman | Diplomatic Attaché | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Hey Rube! | Duke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Blockade | Hayden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Play Girl | David Courtney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Midnight Madness | Childers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Stop That Man | ’Slippery Dick' Sylvaine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Secret Studio | Mr. Kyler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The City | Jim Hannock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Marriage License? | Marcus Heriot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Combat | Milton Symmons | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Forbidden Waters | J. Austin Bell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | A Son of His Father | Holdbrook | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Scarlet West | Lt. Harper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Adventure | Tudor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Her Husband's Secret | Leon Kent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Mad Marriage | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Champion of Lost Causes | Zanten / Dick Sterling | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Is Love Everything? | Boyd Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Gerald Cranston's Lady | Gordon Ibbotsleigh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Lights Out | Sea Bass | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Is Divorce a Failure? | Kelcey Barton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Nobody's Money | Frank Carey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Kentucky Derby | Ralph Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Top of New York | Emery Gray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Cradle | Courtney Webster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Her Mad Bargain | David Leighton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Invisible Fear | Arthur Comstock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Pilgrims of the Night | Gilbert Hannaway | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Playthings of Destiny | Hubert Randolph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Breaking Point | Richard Janeway | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Habit | Charles Munson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Life's Twist | Steven De Koven | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Invisible Divorce | Jimmy Ryder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Girl Problem | Ernest Sanford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Everybody's Girl | Blinker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Over There | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Indiscretion | Jimmy Travers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Lights of New York | Hawk Chovinski | Super Hit | Similar → |
Walter McGrail - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter McGrail?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter McGrail is "Police Call" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Walter McGrail acted in?
Walter McGrail has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter McGrail?
Other notable films include "Her Mad Bargain", "Anybody's War", and "The Red Shadow".