Benay Venuta

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

13Total Films

7.1 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 27, 1911

Birth Place: San Francisco, California, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Benay Venuta reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Benay Venuta's filmography leans towards the Music 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Benay Venuta remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bullets Over Broadway, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Benay Venuta Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Benay Venuta's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1

Bullets Over Broadway (1994) movie poster

★7.1

Bullets Over Broadway: After young playwright, David Shayne obtains funding for his play from gangster Nick Valenti, Nick's girlfriend Olive mi

Bullets Over Broadway

1994•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Ricochet Romance: Marjorie Main is the whole show in the Universal programmer Ricochet Romance. Playing the outspoken new cook at a rundow

Ricochet Romance

1954•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Easter Parade: On the day before Easter in 1911, Don Hewes is crushed when his dancing partner (and object of affection) Nadine Hale re

Easter Parade

1948•Romance

★6.7

★6.7

Call Me Mister: A G.I. in occupied Japan tries to re-woo his old love, who's putting on a show for the troops.

Call Me Mister

1951•Music

★6.7

★6.7

Annie Get Your Gun: Gunslinger Annie Oakley romances fellow sharpshooter Frank Butler as they travel with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.

Annie Get Your Gun

1950•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Benay Venuta.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1994	Bullets Over Broadway	Theater Well-Wisher	Hit	Similar →
1967	Annie Get Your Gun	Dolly Tate	Flop	Similar →
1957	The Helen Morgan Story	Texas Guinan	Flop	Similar →
1957	The Fuzzy Pink Nightgown	Daisy Parker	Average	Similar →
1956	Made in Heaven	Marian Hunt	Flop	Similar →
1954	Ricochet Romance	Claire Renard	Hit	Similar →
1951	Call Me Mister	Billie Barton	Hit	Similar →
1950	Annie Get Your Gun	Dolly Tate	Hit	Similar →
1948	Easter Parade	Bar Patron (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1948	I, Jane Doe	Phyllis Tuttle	Average	Similar →
1947	Repeat Performance	Bess Michaels	Average	Similar →
1936	Song Hits on Parade	-	Flop	Similar →
1928	The Trail of '98	San Francisco Party Girl (uncredited)	Average	Similar →

Benay Venuta - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Benay Venuta?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Benay Venuta is "Bullets Over Broadway" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Benay Venuta acted in?

Benay Venuta has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Benay Venuta?

Other notable films include "Ricochet Romance", "Easter Parade", and "Call Me Mister".