Dan Barton

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

10Total Films

7.5 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 20, 1921

Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dan Barton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Dan Barton'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dan Barton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in High Tor, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dan Barton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dan Barton's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5

★7.5

High Tor: High Tor is a 1936 play by Maxwell Anderson. Twenty years after the original production, Anderson adapted it into a tele

High Tor

1956•Fantasy

★6.2

★6.2

Sailor Beware: Meeting in a navy recruiting line, Al Crowthers and Melvin Jones become friends. Al has tried to enlist before, but was

Sailor Beware

1952•Comedy

★5.8

★5.8

Paper Man: A prank that starts with a group of college students creating a fictitious person so they can get a credit card develops

Paper Man

1971•Sci-Fi

★5.5

★5.5

The Jazz Singer: A young Jewish man is torn between tradition and individuality when his old-fashioned family objects to his career as a

The Jazz Singer

1953•Music

★4.7

I'll See You in My Dreams (1951) movie poster

★4.7

I'll See You in My Dreams: Songwriter Gus Kahn fights to make his name, then has to fight again to survive the Depression.

I'll See You in My Dreams

1951•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dan Barton.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1983	Emergency Room	Mapes	Flop	Similar →
1979	Captain America	Jeff Haden	Flop	Similar →
1971	Paper Man	Electronics Expert	Average	Similar →
1962	The Wacky World of Dr. Morgus	Pencils McCane	Flop	Similar →
1957	The Edge of Innocence	Jay Pauling	Flop	Similar →
1957	Ain't No Time for Glory	Cpl. Joe Kelson	Flop	Similar →
1956	High Tor	Buddy	Super Hit	Similar →
1953	The Jazz Singer	Ray Mullins	Average	Similar →
1952	Sailor Beware	'Bama	Average	Similar →
1951	I'll See You in My Dreams	Hollywood Producer (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →

Dan Barton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dan Barton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dan Barton is "High Tor" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Dan Barton acted in?

Dan Barton has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dan Barton?

Other notable films include "Sailor Beware", "Paper Man", and "The Jazz Singer".