Don Blackman

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

13Total Films

7.9 Highest Rated

Born: May 12, 1912

Birth Place: Alabama, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Don Blackman 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: Adventure

The majority of Don Blackman's filmography leans towards the Adventure 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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Don Blackman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in On the Waterfront, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Don Blackman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Don Blackman's career based on audience ratings.

★7.9

★7.9

On the Waterfront: A prizefighter-turned-longshoreman with a conscience goes up against labor leaders to expose corruption, extortion, and

On the Waterfront

1954•Crime

★6.7

Emperor of the North (1973) movie poster

★6.7

Emperor of the North: Hobos encounter a sadistic railway conductor that will not let anyone "ride the rails" for free.

Emperor of the North

1973•Adventure

★6.5

The Old Man and the Sea (1958) movie poster

★6.5

The Old Man and the Sea: Santiago is an aging, down-on-his-luck, Cuban fisherman who, after catching nothing for nearly 3 months, hooks a huge Ma

The Old Man and the Sea

1958•Adventure

★6.4

★6.4

The Egyptian: In eighteenth-dynasty Egypt, Sinuhe, a poor orphan, becomes a brilliant physician and with his friend Horemheb is appoin

The Egyptian

1954•History

★6.3

★6.3

Affair in Trinidad: A nightclub singer enlists her brother-in-law to track down her husband's killer.

Affair in Trinidad

1952•Romance

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Don Blackman.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1973	Scream Blacula Scream	Doll Man	Average	Similar →
1973	Emperor of the North	Old Shine (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1959	Gunmen from Laredo	-	Flop	Similar →
1958	The Old Man and the Sea	Arm Wrestler	Hit	Similar →
1958	Tarzan and the Trappers	Tribesman	Flop	Similar →
1956	Santiago	Sam	Flop	Similar →
1954	Black Tuesday	Selwyn (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1954	The Egyptian	Nubian Prince	Average	Similar →
1954	On the Waterfront	Luke	Super Hit	Similar →
1954	Serpent Island	Jacques	Flop	Similar →
1953	Jungle Drums of Africa	Ebola	Average	Similar →
1952	Bomba and the Jungle Girl	Umgala	Flop	Similar →
1952	Affair in Trinidad	Bobby (uncredited)	Average	Similar →

Don Blackman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Don Blackman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Blackman is "On the Waterfront" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Don Blackman acted in?

Don Blackman has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Don Blackman?

Other notable films include "Emperor of the North", "The Old Man and the Sea", and "The Egyptian".