
Vaughn Taylor
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Vaughn Taylor (February 22, 1910 – April 26, 1983) was an American film and television actor. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts. His film credits include Jailhouse Rock, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Psycho and In Cold Blood. In his many television appearances, Taylor appeared in several episodes of the Twilight Zone, including the role of the salesman in the episode" I Sing the Body Electric". He also appeared in "Time Enough at Last", "Still Valley", an episode of "The Outer Limits" called "The Guests" as the character Mr. Latimer, "The Incredible World of Horace Ford" and "The Self-Improvement of Salvadore Ross". In 1958, he appeared as a doctor shot to death in the back by the brother, played by Nick Adams of an outlaw, portrayed by Michael Landon, whom he had treated in the Steve McQueen CBS western Wanted: Dead or Alive. Taylor appeared three times in the 1960–1961 season in the syndicated series COronado 9 starring Rod Cameron. He guest starred in 1961 as a veterinarian in the ABC sitcom The Hathaways, starring Peggy Cass, Jack Weston, and the Marquis Chimps. Taylor also appeared in 1961 in James Franciscus's short-lived CBS drama series, The Investigators. He was also a frequent guest on the Perry Mason series, appearing a total of eight times (including the first episode). He died in 1983, aged 73, two months before the release of Psycho II, which was the sequel to the original Psycho. Description above from the Wikipedia article Vaughn Taylor (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Vaughn Taylor 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 Vaughn Taylor'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Vaughn Taylor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Vaughn Taylor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vaughn Taylor's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Vaughn Taylor.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration | Mr. Carsville (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | 24 Hour Psycho | George Lowery (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Gumball Rally | Andy McAllister - Mercedes Team | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Daughters of Joshua Cabe Return | Land Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Winter Kill | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Brock's Last Case | Doc Walters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Set This Town on Fire | Stabler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | They Call It Murder | Harry Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Million Dollar Duck | Bank President (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Ballad of Cable Hogue | Powell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | My Dog, the Thief | Dog Catcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Shakiest Gun in the West | Rev. Longbaugh | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Power | Mr. Hallson | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Last Challenge | Jim Haskell (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | In Cold Blood | Good Samaritan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Professionals | Banker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! | Mr. Bell | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Further Adventures of Gallegher | Mr. Bildad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dark Intruder | Dr. Burdett | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Zebra in the Kitchen | Councilman Pew | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Kilroy | bank president | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Unsinkable Molly Brown | Mr. Cartwright | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Carpetbaggers | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wheeler Dealers | Thaddeus Whipple | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Diamond Head | Judge Blanding | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Wizard of Baghdad | Norodeen | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Plunderers | Jess Walters | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Psycho | George Lowery | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gallant Hours | Mike Pulaski | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Blue Denim | Professor Willard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Warlock | Henry Richardson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Andy Hardy Comes Home | Thomas Chandler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gunsmoke in Tucson | Ben Bodeen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Party Girl | Dr. Caderman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Cat on a Hot Tin Roof | Deacon Davis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Screaming Mimi | Raoul Reynarde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Lineup | The Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young Lions | John Plowman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Cowboy | Mr. Fowler, Chicago Hotel Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Decision at Sundown | Mr. Baldwin | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | This Could Be the Night | Ziggy Dawit | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Jailhouse Rock | Mr. Shores (narrator) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Entrikin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Bells of Cockaigne | Jonesy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Back at the Front | Maj. Lester Ormsby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Meet Danny Wilson | T.W. Hatcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Francis Goes to the Races | Chief Inspector Carrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Up Front | Maj. Lester | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Radio, Take It Away | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Seven Keys to Baldpate | - | Flop | Similar → |
Vaughn Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vaughn Taylor?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vaughn Taylor is "The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Vaughn Taylor acted in?
Vaughn Taylor has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vaughn Taylor?
Other notable films include "Psycho", "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", and "In Cold Blood".




