Ben Jones
ActingAbout Ben Jones
Ben Jones was born on August 30, 1941 in Tarboro, North Carolina, USA as Ben Lewis Jones. He is an actor and writer, known for The Dukes of Hazzard (1979), Primary Colors (1998) and CBS Summer Playhouse (1987). He has been married to Alma Viator since October 10, 1992. They have two children.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ben Jones reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ben Jones's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ben Jones remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in On the Record: Sam Smith - The Thrill of It All, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ben Jones Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ben Jones's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ben Jones.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Hazzard Nation | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Here's The Thing: Behind The Scenes at talkRADIO | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | On the Record: Sam Smith - The Thrill of It All | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Robsessed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Dukes of Hazzard: Hazzard in Hollywood | Cooter Davenport | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Joe Gould's Secret | Southern Man at the Party | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Primary Colors | Arlen Sporken | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Dukes of Hazzard: Reunion! | Rep. Cooter Davenport | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dakota | Mr. Dakota | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Don't Change My World | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Handgun | Chuck | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | They Went That-A-Way & That-A-Way | Lugs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Lincoln Conspiracy | Samuel Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Smokey and the Bandit | Trucker with the redhead (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Moonrunners | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Together for Days | Douglas | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ben Jones - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ben Jones?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ben Jones is "On the Record: Sam Smith - The Thrill of It All" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Ben Jones acted in?
Ben Jones has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ben Jones?
Other notable films include "Together for Days", "Smokey and the Bandit", and "Primary Colors".