James Craven
ActingAbout James Craven
James Craven was an American actor. He played a wide variety of roles and film and television credits including the TV show The Adventures of Kit Carson, Johnny Belinda, The Green Archer and King of the Rocket Men.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Craven reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of James Craven'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Craven remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Monsieur Verdoux, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Craven Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Craven's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Craven.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Bill's Gun Shop | Roy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | D-Day on Mars | Dr. Cygnus Layton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Missile Monsters | Dr. Bryant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Project Moon Base | Commodore Carlson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | East of Sumatra | Drake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Against All Flags | Captain Hornsby | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Old West | Daniels (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Les Miserables | Vero (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flying Leathernecks | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lost Planet Airmen | Prof. Millard | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Wells Fargo Gunmaster | Henry Mills | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Target Unknown | Brigadier General (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blades of the Musketeers | M. De Treville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Flying Disc Man from Mars | Dr. Bryant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Bunco Squad | Swenson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Trial Without Jury | Stage Actor Playing Philip Mannings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Beyond the Forest | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Kimbar of the Jungle | Commishioner Litchfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | King of the Rocket Men | Prof. Millard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Clay Pigeon | John Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Federal Agents vs. Underworld, Inc. | Prof. James Clayton [Chs. 1, 10-12] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Million Dollar Weekend | Dr. George Strong | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Strange Gamble | Mordigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Desperadoes of Dodge City | Cal Sutton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Johnny Belinda | Interpreter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Berlin Express | British Major | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Exile | Cavalier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Bismo - Annabella's Friend (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman | Winsley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Murder in the Music Hall | Mr. Winters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sheriff of Redwood Valley | Bidwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Days of Buffalo Bill | Ace Diamond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Purple Monster Strikes | Dr. Cyrus Layton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Bombardier | Major Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of Smilin' Jack | Commissioner Robert George Hardy [Chs. 5-7] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reunion in France | Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Silver Queen | Thomas (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Little Joe, the Wrangler | Lloyd Chapin | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | Ship's Radio Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Fire Warden | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Captain Midnight | Ivan Shark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Today I Hang | Joseph Rand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Corsican Brothers | Giovanni (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Yank in the R.A.F. | Instructor | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Captain in Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tumbledown Ranch In Arizona | Dan Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | White Eagle | 'Dandy' Darnell | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Archer | Abel Bellamy | Average | Similar → |
James Craven - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Craven?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Craven is "Monsieur Verdoux" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has James Craven acted in?
James Craven has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Craven?
Other notable films include "They Met in Bombay", "Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake", and "The Corsican Brothers".