Robert Ellenstein

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

22Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 18, 1923

Birth Place: Newark, New Jersey, USA

About Robert Ellenstein

Robert Ellenstein was an American actor. The son of Meyer C. Ellenstein, a Newark dentist, Robert Ellenstein grew up to see his father become a two-term mayor from 1933 to 1941. He served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II: earning a Purple Heart during his service.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Ellenstein reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Robert Ellenstein'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Ellenstein remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in North by Northwest, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert Ellenstein Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Ellenstein's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

North by Northwest: Advertising man Roger Thornhill is mistaken for a spy, triggering a deadly cross-country chase.

North by Northwest

1959•Thriller

★7.3

★7.3

3:10 to Yuma: Dan Evans, a small time farmer, is hired to escort Ben Wade, a dangerous outlaw, to Yuma. As Evans and Wade wait for the

3:10 to Yuma

1957•Western

★7.2

★7.2

Pay or Die!: A beautifully rendered, fact-based crime film about a crusading Italian policeman battling Black Hand extortionists in N

Pay or Die!

1960•Crime

★7.2

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986) movie poster

★7.2

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home: When a huge alien probe enters the galaxy and begins to vaporize Earth's oceans, Kirk and his crew must travel back in t

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

1986•Sci-Fi

★6.9

★6.9

The Gazebo: TV writer Elliott Nash buries a blackmailer under the new gazebo in his suburban backyard. But the nervous man can't let

The Gazebo

1960•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Ellenstein.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1988	Run Till You Fall	Mr. Leopold	Flop	Similar →
1986	Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home	Federation Council President	Hit	Similar →
1985	Brewster's Millions	Mr. Carter	Hit	Similar →
1979	Breaking Up Is Hard to Do	Van Alden	Flop	Similar →
1979	Love at First Bite	VW Man	Average	Similar →
1974	Telezonia	Exclamation Point	Flop	Similar →
1968	The Legend of Lylah Clare	Mike	Average	Similar →
1968	To Die in Paris	Dendier	Flop	Similar →
1967	A Bell for Adano	Tomasino	Flop	Similar →
1966	Deathwatch	Guard	Flop	Similar →
1961	King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein	Lenny	Average	Similar →
1960	Pay or Die!	Luigi Di Sarno	Hit	Similar →
1960	The Gazebo	Ben	Hit	Similar →
1959	North by Northwest	Licht	Super Hit	Similar →
1958	Too Much, Too Soon	Gerald Frank	Flop	Similar →
1958	The Young Lions	Rabbi Joseph Silverstein (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1957	3:10 to Yuma	Ernie Collins	Hit	Similar →
1957	Mr. Broadway	-	Flop	Similar →
1957	The Garment Jungle	Fred Kenner	Average	Similar →
1955	Illegal	Joe Knight	Average	Similar →
1954	Rogue Cop	Det. Sidney Y. Myers	Flop	Similar →
1954	Mandrake the Magician	Wilson	Flop	Similar →

Robert Ellenstein - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Ellenstein?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Ellenstein is "North by Northwest" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Robert Ellenstein acted in?

Robert Ellenstein has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Ellenstein?

Other notable films include "3:10 to Yuma", "Pay or Die!", and "Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home".