Bud Osborne
ActingAbout Bud Osborne
From Wikipedia Bud Osborne (July 20, 1884 – February 2, 1964) was an American film actor. He appeared in more than 600 films and television programs between 1912 and 1963. Osborne was born in Knox County, Texas, and died in Hollywood, California from a heart attack. Osborne specialized in westerns, and was also noted for his skill as a stage driver, and was thus much in demand from his first film in 1912, right through the early 1950s. He was working as a stunt man as late as 1948, in Ray Enright's Return of the Bad Men. As he grew older, Osborne played small character parts in television westerns such series as Have Gun – Will Travel, Bonanza, Bat Masterson, Rawhide and The Lone Ranger. His last role, was in an episode of Gunsmoke in 1963. His career spanned 51 years, with a total of 607 films and television episodes to his credit.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bud Osborne reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Bud Osborne'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 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bud Osborne remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Six Gun Mesa, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bud Osborne Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bud Osborne's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bud Osborne.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Hanging Tree | Horseman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Fort Dobbs | Largo Refugee at Fort (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Solid Gold Cadillac | Spanish-American War Veteran (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Fastest Gun Alive | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Adventures of Captain Africa | Nat Coleman | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gun Belt | Stage Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Texas City | Henchman, Stage Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Worth | Stagecoach Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Nevada Badmen | Charlie - Stage Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fuller Brush Girl | Old Sailor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Winchester '73 | Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Six Gun Mesa | Marshal Hatch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blood on the Moon | Cap Willis | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Station West | Brawl Spectator / Holdup Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Six-Gun Serenade | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Cherokee Flash | Stage Passenger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Prairie Rustlers | Bart | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Stranger from Santa Fe | Henchman Clint | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Monster and the Ape | Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Batman | Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | 'Neath Brooklyn Bridge | Morley | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spoilers | Marshal | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Perils of the Royal Mounted | Jake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Go West, Young Lady | Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Bandit Trail | Bartender Tiny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Texas | Cattleman at Meeting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Riders of Death Valley | Stagecoach Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Robbers of the Range | Henchman Blackie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Bartender (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Virginia City | Ted - Stage Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Death Rides the Range | Bartender Bud | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Racketeers of the Range | Hank - Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Stagecoach Driver / Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Farmer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blazing Sixes | Dave - Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Cherokee Strip | Cowboy Fighting Rustlers | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Land Beyond the Law | Second Town Loafer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Guns of the Pecos | Jake, Blake's Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Unemployed Farmer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Song of the Saddle | Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Raven | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Fighting Shadows | Henchman Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rustlers of Red Dog | Henchman Jake [Chs. 2, 6-8] | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Pride of the Legion | Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Mark of the Spur | Buzzard - Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Miracle Woman | Man in Audience (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Rio Rita | Texas Ranger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | 3 Bad Men | Hunter's Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Fighting Stallion | Chuck Lannigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Hurricane Hal | Bob Lacey - the Ranch Foreman | Average | Similar → |
Bud Osborne - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bud Osborne?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bud Osborne is "Six Gun Mesa" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bud Osborne acted in?
Bud Osborne has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bud Osborne?
Other notable films include "Stranger from Santa Fe", "Six-Gun Serenade", and "Rio Rita".