Paul E. Burns
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul E. Burns 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 Paul E. Burns'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 68% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul E. Burns remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Ox-Bow Incident, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paul E. Burns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul E. Burns's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul E. Burns.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Barefoot in the Park | Bum in Park (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Summer Magic | Drinker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Mallethead (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Fimbria (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gunman's Walk | Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Proud Ones | Billy Smith (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Stranger at My Door | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man with the Golden Arm | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Desperate Hours | Chef at Al's Dining Room | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Girls in the Night | Blind Minosa | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Son of Paleface | Ebenezer Hawkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Silver City | Ed Paxton (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Santa Fe | Uncle Dick Wootton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Storm Warning | Frank Hauser | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Gang | Dr. Evans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset in the West | Telegrapher Blinky Adams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Summer Stock | Frank (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Armored Car Robbery | Mr. Kelly - Valley Auto Court Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Young Man with a Horn | First Pawnbroker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Reckless Moment | Desk Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Al (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Johnny Allegro | Gray | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tulsa | Tooley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cover Up | Mr. Abbey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Ladies of the Chorus | Mr. Craig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Whispering Smith | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hollow Triumph | Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Unconquered | Dan McCoy | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desperate | Uncle Jan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fallen Angel | News Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Purity Squad | Janitor John Billings (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Southerner | Uncle Pete Tucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Pelzer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dragon Seed | Shen - Neighbor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crash Dive | Simmons - Desk Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Ox-Bow Incident | Winder (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Meanest Man in the World | Farmer in Traffic Accident | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Moontide | General Store Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Farmer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Swamp Water | Tulle McKenzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Michael Shayne: Private Detective | Furniture Company Move | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Reporter Calling Elinor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | New Moon | Guard on Ship | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Orvie | Angelo, Grocer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broadway Melody of 1940 | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Ticket Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence | Railroad Dispatcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Young Mr. Lincoln | Loafer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jesse James | Hank | Hit | Similar → |
Paul E. Burns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul E. Burns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul E. Burns is "The Ox-Bow Incident" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Paul E. Burns acted in?
Paul E. Burns has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul E. Burns?
Other notable films include "Spartacus", "Sunset in the West", and "Pocketful of Miracles".