Ben Welden
ActingBen Welden Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ben Welden reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ben Welden's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Ben Welden'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 Big Sleep, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ben Welden Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ben Welden's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ben Welden has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | The Crooked Circle | Ring Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night Passage | Pete (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hollywood or Bust | Boss | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Adventures of Captain Africa | Omar | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Veils of Bagdad | Stout Wrestler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Thunder Bay | Fisherman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | All Ashore | Hugo - Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Three Dark Horses | Jim Digger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lemon Drop Kid | Singing Solly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Misadventures of Buster Keaton | Sam (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | On the Isle of Samoa | Nick Leach | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Jackie Robinson Story | Tough Lodge Member in Stands (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tell It to the Judge | Augie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sorrowful Jones | Big Steve's Bodyguard | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Impact | Moving Van Helper | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Song Is Born | Monte | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Noose Hangs High | Stewart (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Man I Love | Jack Atlas (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Mr. Hex | Bull Laguna (as Ben Weldon) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Angel on My Shoulder | Shaggsy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Big Sleep | Pete (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Desert Hawk | Omar, the Beggar | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Fighting Seabees | Yump Lumkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Stand by for Action | Chief Quartermaster Rankin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Maisie Gets Her Man | Percy Podd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bullet Scars | Pills Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | All Through the Night | Smitty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Al Hurst | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | I'll Wait for You | Dr. Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Strange Alibi | Fido Durkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Men of Boys Town | Superintendent | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Strawberry Blonde | Reluctant Convict Dental Patient (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Cobb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wolf of New York | Owney McGill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Earl of Chicago | Silky's Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Tavern Proprietor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rose of Washington Square | Toby | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sergeant Madden | Stemmy | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Jenks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Federal Man-Hunt | Goldie | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Straight, Place and Show | Promoter | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gateway | Motorboat Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Always Goodbye | 1st New York Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Saint in New York | Boots 'Pappy' Papinoff | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Varsity Show | Hammer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Confession | Defense Attorney | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Buzz Barett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Charlie Delaney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Their Night Out | Crook | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | His Lordship | Washington Roosevelt Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
Ben Welden - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ben Welden?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ben Welden is "The Big Sleep" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Ben Welden acted in?
Ben Welden has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ben Welden?
Other notable films include "On the Isle of Samoa", "The Roaring Twenties", and "Kid Galahad".