Roy Glenn
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Roy Edwin Glenn (June 3, 1914 – March 12, 1971) was an American actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Roy Glenn reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Roy Glenn'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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Roy Glenn remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Raisin in the Sun, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Roy Glenn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roy Glenn's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roy Glenn.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Support Your Local Gunfighter | Headwaiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Escape from the Planet of the Apes | Lawyer (as Roy E. Glenn Sr.) | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | … tick… tick… tick… | The Drunk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Pigeon | Lt. Frank Miller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | I Love You, Alice B. Toklas! | Gas Station Attendant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Finian's Rainbow | Passion Pilgrim Gospeller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Hang 'em High | Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | Mr. Prentice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Way West | Saunders | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round | Sergeant Elmer K. Coxe | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Man Called Adam | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Man Called Adam | Police Detective Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | U-238 and the Witch Doctor | Naganto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Claw Monsters | Chief Danka (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Where Love Has Gone | Servant | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Sweet Bird of Youth | Charles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | A Raisin in the Sun | Willie Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Sins of Rachel Cade | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Take a Giant Step | Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Sound and the Fury | Job | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Green-Eyed Blonde | Mr. Budlong | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Edge of the City | Stevedore (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Written on the Wind | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Time Table | Train Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Man Called Peter | New Jersey Laborer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Panther Girl of the Kongo | Chief Danka | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Carmen Jones | Rum Daniels | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jungle Gents | Chief Mutawa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Killer Leopard | Daniel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Raid | Emmanuel - Mrs. Bishop's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riot in Cell Block 11 | Guard Delmar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Golden Idol | Gomo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Perils of the Jungle | Korjah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jungle Drums of Africa | Naganto - Witch Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bomba and the Jungle Girl | Kaje | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Lusty Men | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Affair in Trinidad | Fisherman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lydia Bailey | Mirabeau | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Jackie Robinson Story | Mr. Gaines - Attorney (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Song of the South | Br'er Frog (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Jasper's Minstrels | Scarecrow (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Jasper's Boobytraps | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Jasper and the Haunted House | Scarecrow (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Life Begins in College | Singing Train Porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Slave Ship | Slave in Ship's Hold | Flop | Similar → |
Roy Glenn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roy Glenn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roy Glenn is "A Raisin in the Sun" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Roy Glenn acted in?
Roy Glenn has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roy Glenn?
Other notable films include "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner", "Edge of the City", and "Riot in Cell Block 11".