Roy Jenson
ActingAbout Roy Jenson
Roy Jenson was born on February 9, 1927 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He is known for his work on Chinatown (1974), Soylent Green (1973) and Harper (1966). He was married to Marina Petrova and Barbara Dionysius. He died on April 24, 2007 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Roy Jenson 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 Roy Jenson'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 70% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Roy Jenson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Powderkeg, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Roy Jenson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roy Jenson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roy Jenson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Los Angeles Plays Itself | Mulvihill in Chinatown (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hard Time: Hostage Hotel | Harve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | La Classe américaine | Goon (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Red Dawn | Mr. Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Last of the Great Survivors | Foreman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Bustin' Loose | Klan Leader | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Tom Horn | Mendenhour | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Every Which Way but Loose | Woody | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Gauntlet | Biker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Telefon | Doug Stark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Car | Ray Mott | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Helter Skelter | Punchy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Breakheart Pass | Chris Banion | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Framed | Haskins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Wind and the Lion | Admiral Chadwick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Breakout | Spencer | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Chinatown | Claude Mulvihill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Thunderbolt and Lightfoot | Dunlop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Outfit | Al | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Way We Were | Army Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Dillinger | Samuel Cowley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Soylent Green | Donovan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean | Outlaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Getaway | Cully | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Kung Fu: The Way of the Tiger, the Sign of the Dragon | Fuller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Glass House | Officer Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Sometimes a Great Notion | Howie Elwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Big Jake | Gunman at Bathhouse in Escondero (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Powderkeg | Briggs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Paint Your Wagon | Hennessey | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Stranger in the House | Walter | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | 5 Card Stud | Mace Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Will Penny | Boetius Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Red Tomahawk | 2nd prospector | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Harper | Puddler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Apache Uprising | Sgt. Hogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Morituri | Merchant Marine (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Baby the Rain Must Fall | Tough Patron | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Law of the Lawless | Roy Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | How the West Was Won | Henchman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Flaming Star | Matt Holcom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ride Lonesome | Outlaw (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Fighter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Buchanan Rides Alone | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Missouri Traveler | Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Operation Mad Ball | Hospital Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Harder They Fall | Fighter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Broken Lance | Bailiff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Caine Mutiny | Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Westward the Women | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Roy Jenson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roy Jenson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roy Jenson is "Powderkeg" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Roy Jenson acted in?
Roy Jenson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roy Jenson?
Other notable films include "Chinatown", "Los Angeles Plays Itself", and "La Classe américaine".