John Barton
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Barton 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: Drama
The majority of John 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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Barton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Witness for the Prosecution, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Barton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Barton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Barton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | The Rare Breed | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Cincinnati Kid | Spectator at Cockfight (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Hallelujah Trail | Miner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Roustabout | Carnival Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | What a Way to Go! | Farmer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Days in May | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wheeler Dealers | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Courtship of Eddie's Father | Arcade Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | To Kill a Mockingbird | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gypsy | Audience Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lonely are the Brave | Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Summer and Smoke | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Ladies Man | TV Technician (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Let No Man Write My Epitaph | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Plunderers | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Slave (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sunrise at Campobello | Convention Delegate (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Ways from Sundown | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inherit the Wind | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | No Name on the Bullet | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ride a Crooked Trail | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Want to Live! | Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Raintree County | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Witness for the Prosecution | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tin Star | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Garment Jungle | Worker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Carnival Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Last Wagon | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hot Blood | Gypsy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riding Shotgun | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Far Country | Miner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Man from the Alamo | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Mississippi Gambler | Riverboat Passenger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Limelight | Music Hall Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Day the Earth Stood Still | British Newscaster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | A Place in the Sun | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Frenchie | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Duel in the Sun | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Virginian | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Badman's Territory | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Deadline at Dawn | One-Legged Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | From This Day Forward | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Harvey Girls | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Scarlet Street | Hurdy-Gurdy Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Flame of Barbary Coast | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Belle of the Yukon | Barfly (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Christmas Holiday | Concertgoer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | In the Navy | Dance Hall Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Seven Sinners | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
John Barton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Barton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Barton is "Witness for the Prosecution" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has John Barton acted in?
John Barton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Barton?
Other notable films include "To Kill a Mockingbird", "Limelight", and "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance".