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John Halliday, actor
Actor

John Halliday: Movies & Box Office

films
35
on screen
1920–1941
box office
$415K
Born
January 1, 1880
Birthplace
Unknown
Citizenship
American, Australian, British
Occupations
Actor, Ophthalmologist, Footballer, Politician, Cricketer
Years active
1900-1947
Career at a glance

John Halliday's Career in Numbers

John Halliday's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres John Halliday works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Love Expert (1920) to Lydia (1941), and the 1930s were the busiest decade.

John Halliday Movies by Decade

  1. 1920s 1
  2. 1930s 32
  3. 1940s 2

The 1930s were John Halliday's busiest decade, with 32 films.

John Halliday Movies by Genre

  • Drama 15
  • Romance 8
  • Comedy 6
  • Mystery 2
  • Music 1
  • History 1
  • Crime 1

Drama is the genre John Halliday has worked in most, with 15 films, ahead of romance (8).

John Halliday Career Milestones

First film
The Love Expert 1920
Biggest box office hit
The Philadelphia Story $415K worldwide
Newest film
Lydia 1941
35 credits

John Halliday Filmography: Every Movie

Every film John Halliday is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

  1. 1941 Lydia (1941) movie poster Lydia as Fitzpatrick · Romance
  2. 1940 The Philadelphia Story (1940) movie poster The Philadelphia Story Comedy
  3. 1939 Hotel for Women (1939) movie poster Hotel for Women as John Craig · Drama
  4. 1939 Intermezzo: A Love Story (1939) movie poster Intermezzo: A Love Story Drama
  5. 1938 That Certain Age (1938) movie poster That Certain Age as Gilbert Fullerton · Music
  6. 1938 Blockade (1938) movie poster Blockade as Andre Gallinet · Drama
  7. 1938 Arsène Lupin Returns (1938) movie poster Arsène Lupin Returns as Count de Grissac · Mystery
  8. 1936 Hollywood Boulevard (1936) movie poster Hollywood Boulevard as John Wellington Blakeford · Drama
  9. 1936 Desire (1936) movie poster Desire Comedy
  10. 1935 Peter Ibbetson (1935) movie poster Peter Ibbetson as The Duke of Towers · Romance
  11. 1935 The Dark Angel (1935) movie poster The Dark Angel as Sir George Barton · Drama
  12. 1934 Happiness Ahead (1934) movie poster Happiness Ahead as Henry Bradford · Comedy
  13. 1934 Desirable (1934) movie poster Desirable as Austin · Drama
  14. 1934 Housewife (1934) movie poster Housewife as Paul Duprey · Drama
  15. 1934 Finishing School (1934) movie poster Finishing School as Mr. Radcliffe · Drama
  16. 1934 The Witching Hour (1934) movie poster The Witching Hour as Jack Brookfield · Drama
  17. 1934 Registered Nurse (1934) movie poster Registered Nurse as Dr. Hedwig · Drama
  18. 1933 The House on 56th Street (1933) movie poster The House on 56th Street as Lyndon Fiske · History
  19. 1933 Bed of Roses (1933) movie poster Bed of Roses as Stephen Paige · Romance
  20. 1933 Terror Aboard (1933) movie poster Terror Aboard as Maximilian Kreig · Mystery
  21. 1933 The Woman Accused (1933) movie poster The Woman Accused as Stephen Bessemer · Drama
  22. 1933 Perfect Understanding (1933) movie poster Perfect Understanding as Ivan Ronnson · Comedy
  23. 1932 The Age of Consent (1932) movie poster The Age of Consent as Prof. David Mathews · Drama
  24. 1932 Bird of Paradise (1932) movie poster Bird of Paradise as Mac · Romance
  25. 1932 The Impatient Maiden (1932) movie poster The Impatient Maiden as Albert Hartman · Romance
  26. 1931 Men of Chance (1931) movie poster Men of Chance as Dorval · Drama
  27. 1931 Consolation Marriage (1931) movie poster Consolation Marriage as Jeff Hunter · Romance
  28. 1931 Smart Woman (1931) movie poster Smart Woman as Sir Guy Harrington · Comedy
  29. 1931 The Ruling Voice (1931) movie poster The Ruling Voice as Dexter Burroughs · Crime
  30. 1931 Transatlantic (1931) movie poster Transatlantic as Henry D. Graham · Drama
  31. 1931 50 Million Frenchmen (1931) movie poster 50 Million Frenchmen as Michael Cummins · Comedy
  32. 1931 Millie (1931) movie poster Millie as Jimmy Dammier · Romance
  33. 1930 Captain Applejack (1930) movie poster Captain Applejack as Ambrose Applejohn
  34. 1930 Scarlet Pages (1930) movie poster Scarlet Pages as John Remington · Drama
  35. 1920 The Love Expert (1920) movie poster The Love Expert as Jim Winthrop · Romance
Biography

Who Is John Halliday?

John Halliday was born in Unknown in 1880. Credited on films since 1920, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

John Halliday was a multifaceted personality best known for his significant contributions in different realms including acting, ophthalmology, football, politics, and cricket over the years. Born in the year 1880, Halliday wore multiple hats and inspired several through his diverse career. As an actor, he delivered riveting performances, entrancing the audience with his compelling screen presence. With an unyielding spirit and a passion for the arts, Halliday's work ethic and discipline in the spotlight were as impressive as his filmography.

Besides his successful stint in acting, Halliday also had an impressively versatile professional life brimming with accomplishments. As an ophthalmologist, he played a key role in the Australian medical field, contributing to advancements in medicine in the late 19th and early 20th Century. He was also known for his role in sports as a robust and talented professional footballer and later as an exceptional cricketer. His love for football was not overshadowed by his passion for cricket, proving his versatile laurels. In the political scene, Halliday served in the prestigious House of Commons from 1775 to 1784 which was a testament to his expansive expertise and capacity to fit into a variety of roles. From the medical field to sports and politics, Halliday left an indelible mark in every field he ventured into.

Works with

Who John Halliday Makes Movies With

The actors and directors John Halliday shares the most films with. William B. Davidson comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Frank McHugh (3).

FAQ

John Halliday: Questions & Answers

How many movies John Halliday has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has John Halliday been in?

John Halliday is credited on 35 films, from 1920 to 1941. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is John Halliday's highest-grossing movie?

The Philadelphia Story (1940) is John Halliday's biggest box office hit, with $415K worldwide, ahead of Desire (1936) ($81). Across every film with box office figures, John Halliday's movies have made $415K.

John Halliday's biggest hits

What is John Halliday's newest movie?

The most recent film on John Halliday's filmography is Lydia (1941), in the role of Fitzpatrick.

Who does John Halliday work with most often?

John Halliday shares the most films with William B. Davidson (4 films), Frank McHugh (3 films) and George Davis (3 films).

The Best John Halliday Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 35 credits.

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