Ken Mayer

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

17Total Films

7.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 25, 1918

Birth Place: San Francisco, California, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ken Mayer reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ken Mayer'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ken Mayer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bonnie and Clyde, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ken Mayer Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken Mayer's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5

★7.5

Bonnie and Clyde: In the 1930s, bored European-American waitress Bonnie Parker falls in love with a European-American ex-con named Clyde B

Bonnie and Clyde

1967•Crime

★7.5

★7.5

Little Big Man: Jack Crabb, looking back from extreme old age, tells of his life being raised by Indians and fighting with General Custe

Little Big Man

1970•Western

★6.7

★6.7

Spencer's Mountain: Clay Spencer and his wife, Olivia, live in a small town deep in the mountains. When Clay isn't busy drinking with his bu

Spencer's Mountain

1963•Drama

★6.5

Jack the Giant Killer (1962) movie poster

★6.5

Jack the Giant Killer: The terrible and trecherous Pendragon plans to gain the throne of Cornwall by getting the king to abdicate and to marry

Jack the Giant Killer

1962•Adventure

★6.4

★6.4

Tight Spot: A former model, serving time in prison, becomes a key witness in a trial against a notorious gangster. She is put under

Tight Spot

1955•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ken Mayer.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1970	Little Big Man	Sergeant	Super Hit	Similar →
1967	The Last Challenge	Tom Garrison (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1967	Dick Tracy - The Plot To Kill NATO	Chief Patton	Flop	Similar →
1967	Bonnie and Clyde	Sheriff Smoot (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1964	The New Interns	Detective Harper	Flop	Similar →
1964	The Solid Gold Girl	Sheriff Blane	Flop	Similar →
1963	Spencer's Mountain	Mr. John	Hit	Similar →
1962	Black Gold	Felker	Flop	Similar →
1962	Jack the Giant Killer	Boatswain	Hit	Similar →
1961	The Clown and the Kid	Trooper	Flop	Similar →
1961	You Have to Run Fast	Injun Joe	Average	Similar →
1961	Gun Fight	Joe Emery	Flop	Similar →
1961	Frontier Uprising	Beaver McBride	Flop	Similar →
1959	The FBI Story	Casket Salesman (as Kenneth Mayer)	Average	Similar →
1959	The Miracle of the Hills	Milo Estes	Flop	Similar →
1958	Ambush at Cimarron Pass	Cpl. Schwitzer	Flop	Similar →
1955	Tight Spot	Policeman (uncredited)	Average	Similar →

Ken Mayer - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken Mayer?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Mayer is "Bonnie and Clyde" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Ken Mayer acted in?

Ken Mayer has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken Mayer?

Other notable films include "Little Big Man", "Spencer's Mountain", and "Jack the Giant Killer".