Ben Murphy
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Ben Murphy (born Benjamin Edward Castleberry Jr.) is an American actor. He has appeared primarily in television roles and is best known for his role as Kid Curry in the 1971-1973 ABC television series Alias Smith and Jones.
Ben Murphy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ben Murphy reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ben Murphy's work falls within the TV Movie genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Ben Murphy's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Graduate, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ben Murphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ben Murphy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ben Murphy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | McBride: Semper Fi | General Dwight Rourke | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Stark: Mirror Image | Steve Graves | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Gidget's Summer Reunion | Ron Levering | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Cradle Will Fall | Dr. Richard Carroll | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Uncommon Valor | Jim Merritt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Time Walker | Prof. Douglas McCadden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Secret War of Jackie's Girls | Buck Wheeler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Case of the Baltimore Girls | Mike Murdoch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Bridger | Kit Carson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Riding with Death | Sam Casey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sidecar Racers | Jeff Rayburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | This Is the West That Was | Wild Bill Hickok | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Heatwave! | Frank Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Runaway! | Les Reever | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Letters | Joe Randolph | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Death Follows a Psycho | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Day They Hanged Kid Curry | Jed 'Kid' Curry (alias Thaddeus Jones) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Thousand Plane Raid | Lt. Archer | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Anatomy of a Crime | Patrick Forrester | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Yours, Mine and Ours | Larry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Graduate | Shaving Fraternity Brother (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ben Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ben Murphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ben Murphy is "The Graduate" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Ben Murphy acted in?
Ben Murphy has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ben Murphy?
Other notable films include "Yours, Mine and Ours", "McBride: Semper Fi", and "The Letters".