Robert Benchley
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Robert Benchley (September 15, 1889 - November 21, 1945) was an American humorist, a newspaper columnist and an actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Benchley 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: Comedy
The majority of Robert Benchley's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Benchley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Showbiz Goes to War, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Benchley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Benchley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Benchley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | The Pixar Story | Robert Benchley (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Walt Disney's Fables - Vol.6 | Robert Benchley (voice) (archive sound) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Ten-Year Lunch | Himself (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Showbiz Goes to War | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Joseph Doakes in 'That Inferior Feeling' (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Janie Gets Married | John Van Brunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Bride Wore Boots | Uncle Todd Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Snafu | Ben Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Week-End at the Waldorf | Randy Morton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Duffy's Tavern | Robert Benchley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Her Primitive Man | Martin Osborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | See Here, Private Hargrove | Mr. Holliday | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Song of Russia | Hank Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | My Tomato | Joseph A. Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Sky's the Limit | Philip 'Phil' Harriman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Show-Business at War | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | Dr. Dudley White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Major and the Minor | Mr. Osborne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Syncopation | Doakes (scenes deleted) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Take a Letter, Darling | G.B. Atwater | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Witness | Joe Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | How to Take a Vacation | Husband | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | You'll Never Get Rich | Martin Cortland | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Reluctant Dragon | Robert Benchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Forgotten Man | Joe Doakes / Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Trouble with Husbands | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Roger Van Horn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Stebbins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Home Movies | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | How to Eat | Lecturer / Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Magic | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Opening Day | City Treasurer Benchley | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | An Evening Alone | Joe Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | How to Figure Income Tax | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | How to Start the Day | Lecturer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Broadway Melody of 1938 | Duffy | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Romance of Digestion | Joe Doakes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Be a Detective | Mr. Benchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Vote | Mr. Robert Benchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Piccadilly Jim | Bill Macon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Train a Dog | Lecturer / Dog Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Behave | Mr. Benchley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | How to Sleep | Host / Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | China Seas | Charlie McCaleb | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Dancing Lady | Ward King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Rafter Romance | Hubbell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Headline Shooter | Radio Announcer | Average | Similar → |
Robert Benchley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Benchley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Benchley is "Showbiz Goes to War" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Robert Benchley acted in?
Robert Benchley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Benchley?
Other notable films include "The Forgotten Man", "Walt Disney's Fables - Vol.6", and "The Romance of Digestion".