Fuzzy Knight
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John Forrest "Fuzzy" Knight was an American film and television actor. He was also a singer, especially in his early career. He appeared in more than 180 films between 1928 and 1967, usually as a cowboy hero's comic sidekick.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Fuzzy Knight 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 Fuzzy Knight'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 48% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Fuzzy Knight remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in New York Town, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Fuzzy Knight Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fuzzy Knight's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Fuzzy Knight.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Waco | Telegraph Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fargo | Tad Sloan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rancho Notorious | The Barber (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rancho Notorious | Barber (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Oklahoma Annie | Larry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Gold Raiders | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Nevada Badmen | Texas | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Life with Buster Keaton | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Egg and I | Ed Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Cudgeons | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Riders of the Santa Fe | Bullseye Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Singing Sheriff | Fuzzy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hi, Good Lookin'! | Joe Smedley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Oklahoma Raiders | Banjo Bonner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Cricket | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Frontier Law | Ramblin' Rufe Randel | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Raiders of San Joaquin | Eustace Clairmont | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | He's My Guy | Sparks | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Old Chisholm Trail | Alvin Pendergast aka Polario | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Little Joe, the Wrangler | Little Joe Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Apache Trail | Juke | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Juke Girl | Ike Harper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Fighting Bill Fargo | Scoop | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Gus Nelson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Masked Rider | Patches McQuilt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Badlands of Dakota | Hurricane Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Shepherd of the Hills | Mr. Palestrom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Cowboy and the Blonde | Skeeter | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Horror Island | Stuff Oliver | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Cellmate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Little Chickadee | Cousin Zeb | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Remember the Night | Bandleader at Barn Dance (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Oregon Trail | Deadwood Hawkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Cookie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Cowboy and the Lady | Buzz | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Spawn of the North | Lefty Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Joy of Living | Sideshow Pianist & Singer (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | County Fair | Whitey | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Silks and Saddles | Bottsie Botsworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Plainsman | Dave | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Trail of the Lonesome Pine | Tater | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Murder Man | 'Buck' Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dizzy Dames | Buzz | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vagabond Lady | Swan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Operator 13 | Sweeney | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Moulin Rouge | Eddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | To the Last Man | Jeff Morley | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Sunset Pass | Willy Willard | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | She Done Him Wrong | Rag Time Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Vanity Street | Drunk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Fuzzy Knight - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fuzzy Knight?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fuzzy Knight is "New York Town" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fuzzy Knight acted in?
Fuzzy Knight has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fuzzy Knight?
Other notable films include "The Oregon Trail", "Oklahoma Annie", and "The Singing Sheriff".