Benny Bartlett
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Benny Bartlett (August 16, 1924 – December 26, 1999) was an American child actor, musician, and later a member of the longest running feature-film series The Bowery Boys.
Benny Bartlett Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Benny Bartlett reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Benny Bartlett's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Benny Bartlett'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 Rear Window, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Benny Bartlett Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Benny Bartlett's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Benny Bartlett has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Jail Busters | Butch Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Spy Chasers | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bowery to Bagdad | Butch Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rear Window | Man with Miss Torso (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Bowery Boys Meet the Monsters | Butch (as Bennie Bartlett) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Private Eyes | Butch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Loose in London | Butch Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jalopy | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | No Holds Barred | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Here Come the Marines | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Belles on Their Toes | 'Bubber' Beasley (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hold That Line | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Crazy Over Horses | Butch (as Bennie Bartlett) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cheaper by the Dozen | Joe Scales (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Master Minds | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Angels in Disguise | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Any Number Can Play | Tommy Smith (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Hold That Baby! | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Fighting Fools | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trouble Makers | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Smuggler's Cove | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Jinx Money | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Big Town After Dark | McGonigle (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Gas House Kids in Hollywood | Orvie | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Gas House Kids Go West | Orvie | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Horace | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Page Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Fired Wife | Bellboy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Lady Takes a Chance | Henry | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Clancy Street Boys | Benny | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Kid Dynamite | Beanie Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Between Us Girls | Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Meet John Doe | Red (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Let's Make Music | Tommy | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Honeymoon in Bali | Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Family Next Door | Rufus Pierce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Great Man Votes | Davy McCarthy | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Just Around the Corner | Milton Ramsby | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gang Bullets | Billy Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sons of the Legion | Red O'Flaherty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Penrod and His Twin Brother | Chuck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond's Revenge | Cabin Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Danger – Love at Work | Junior Pemberton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Exclusive | Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Easy Living | Newsboy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maid of Salem | Timothy | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Time Out for Romance | Orville Healy | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Texas Rangers | David | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Princess Comes Across | Ship's Bellhop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | 13 Hours by Air | Waldemar Pitt III | Flop | Similar → |
Benny Bartlett - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Benny Bartlett?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Benny Bartlett is "Rear Window" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Benny Bartlett acted in?
Benny Bartlett has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Benny Bartlett?
Other notable films include "Private Eyes", "Danger – Love at Work", and "Meet John Doe".