Roy Tatum

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

11Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Roy Tatum reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Roy Tatum'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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Roy Tatum remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Norma Rae, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Roy Tatum Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Roy Tatum's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2

★7.2

Norma Rae: Norma Rae is a southern textile worker employed in a factory with intolerable working conditions. This concern about the

Norma Rae

1979•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

The Cannonball Run: A cross-country road race is based on an actual event, the Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, org

The Cannonball Run

1981•Action

★5.1

Creature from Black Lake (1976) movie poster

★5.1

Creature from Black Lake: Some fishermen are attacked in the Louisiana swamps. When the word gets out of a mysterious Bigfoot-type creature, two r

Creature from Black Lake

1976•Mystery

★4.8

★4.8

The Prize Fighter: "Bags" the boxer (Tim Conway) and his manager, Shake (Don Knotts), are quite a pair: One is a dim bulb, and the other ha

The Prize Fighter

1979•Comedy

★4.6

The Ordeal of Dr. Mudd (1980) movie poster

★4.6

The Ordeal of Dr. Mudd: The story of the doctor who faced charges of conspiracy after he assisted John Wilkes Booth by setting his broken leg af

The Ordeal of Dr. Mudd

1980•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roy Tatum.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1993	A Kiss to Die For	Richard Nordstrom	Flop	Similar →
1993	For Love and Glory	Proprietor	Flop	Similar →
1983	Don't Change My World	Eric	Flop	Similar →
1981	The Cannonball Run	Connecticut Patrolman	Average	Similar →
1980	The Ordeal of Dr. Mudd	Lt. Lovett	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Prize Fighter	Nails	Flop	Similar →
1979	Norma Rae	Woodrow Bowser	Hit	Similar →
1978	The Great Bank Hoax	Deputy Jason	Flop	Similar →
1977	Charge of the Model T's	Juan	Flop	Similar →
1977	The Farmer	1st Soldier	Flop	Similar →
1976	Creature from Black Lake	Fred / Creature	Flop	Similar →

Roy Tatum - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Roy Tatum?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roy Tatum is "Norma Rae" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Roy Tatum acted in?

Roy Tatum has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Roy Tatum?

Other notable films include "The Cannonball Run", "Creature from Black Lake", and "The Prize Fighter".