Bob Herron
ActingAbout Bob Herron
Stuntman and actor Bob Herron was born on September 23, 1924 in Lomita, California. Herron grew up with his father in Hawaii. After his parents divorced, Bob's mother remained in California and married Ace Hudkins, who was a famous supplier of horses for movies. Following service in the Navy in the South Pacific, Herron started wrangling horses on movie sets for his stepfather Hudkins in 1946. Bob made the transition to stuntman in 1950 and went on to perform stunts in a slew of films and television shows in a career that spanned from the 1950's to the early 2010's.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bob Herron reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Bob Herron's filmography leans towards the Western 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), Bob Herron remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Ten Commandments, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bob Herron Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bob Herron's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bob Herron.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Behind the Action: Stuntmen in the Movies | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Grave Secrets | Kurt Norwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! | Dr. Alford (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Betrayed | Bank Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Seventh Sign | Jimmy's Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Flatbed Annie & Sweetie Pie: Lady Truckers | Nick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Fifth Floor | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Movie Movie | Hood #2 / Mover #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Local Color | Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Domino Principle | Brookshire | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Mr. Billion | Moose - Bodyguard | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Bank Shot | Bank Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Oklahoma Crude | Dulling | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | $ | Bodyguard | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | There Was a Crooked Man... | Oran | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | A Time for Dying | Rankin | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Over the Hill Gang | Lafe Jordan | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Great Race | Palace Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Slime People | Slime Person (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Great Impostor | Highway Patrol Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Ways from Sundown | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond | Thug (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Westbound | Henchman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Man Afraid | Frankie Simmons - Burglar (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Mole People | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | Courier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man from Bitter Ridge | Jim Hanley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Four Guns to the Border | Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Saskatchewan | Brill | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gun Fury | Curly Jordan | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Man from the Alamo | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Bob Herron - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bob Herron?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bob Herron is "The Ten Commandments" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Bob Herron acted in?
Bob Herron has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bob Herron?
Other notable films include "The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!", "The Great Race", and "The Great Impostor".