Peter Brown
ActingAbout Peter Brown
Peter Brown got into acting when he was in the army by organizing a theater group on base to occupy his spare time while stationed in Alaska. After his discharge he enrolled in the acting program at UCLA, and starting in the mid-1950s found employment in many of the western films and series being turned out at the time (he is especially remembered for his work as eager young deputy Johnny McKay in the classic western series Lawman (1958) and as one of a trio of Texas Rangers in the western action/comedy series Laredo (1965)). Following the end of a contract with Universal Pictures (1965-1972), he switched to soap operas and made-for-TV films, and has been steadily employed ever since.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Brown reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Peter Brown'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Brown remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Eagles Attack At Dawn, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Peter Brown Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Brown's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Brown.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | My Christmas Dream | Shopper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Hell to Pay | Johnny Behan | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Three Bad Men | Tom Noland | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Y.M.I. | Glenn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Wedding Planner | Justice | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Asylum | Dr. Frank Meyers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Demonstone | Admiral | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Aurora Encounter | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Concrete Jungle | Danny | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything | Raoul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Top of the Hill | McCain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | When the West Was Fun: A Western Reunion | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Salvage | Bill Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Slashed Dreams | The Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Memory of Us | Winston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Foxy Brown | Steve Elias | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Act of Vengeance | Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Piranha | Jim Pendrake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Chrome and Hot Leather | Al Peterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Teenage Tease | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Eagles Attack At Dawn | Abie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Hunters Are for Killing | Raymond Pera | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Backtrack! | Texas Ranger Chad Cooper (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Three Guns for Texas | Texas Ranger Chad Cooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Kitten with a Whip | Ron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Ride the Wild Surf | Chase Colton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Tiger Walks | Vern Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Summer Magic | Tom Hamilton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Merrill's Marauders | Bullseye | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Red Nightmare | Bill Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The FBI Story | FBI Agent at Hearting (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Westbound | Army Sentry Outside Tent (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gateways to the Mind | Aristotle's student (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Violent Road | Marine at Bar | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Marjorie Morningstar | Alec (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Darby's Rangers | Rollo Burns | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sayonara | Second Military Police (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Peter Brown - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Brown?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Brown is "Eagles Attack At Dawn" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Peter Brown acted in?
Peter Brown has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Brown?
Other notable films include "Sayonara", "Summer Magic", and "Hell to Pay".