Bruce Cabot
ActingAbout Bruce Cabot
Bruce Cabot (April 20, 1904 – May 3, 1972) was an American film actor. Tall and athletic looking, he is best remembered as Jack Driscoll in King Kong (1933). He is also well known for his roles in films such as the original Last of the Mohicans, Fritz Lang's Fury and the classic western Dodge City. The character of "Bruce Baxter" in the 2005 remake of King Kong was based on Cabot. The 2005 remake includes a dedication to the other two lead actors in the 1933 original, but not to Cabot.
Bruce Cabot Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bruce Cabot 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 Bruce Cabot's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Bruce Cabot'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 Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bruce Cabot Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce Cabot's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bruce Cabot has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | The Lost Spider Pit Sequence | Jack Driscoll (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker | actor 'In Harm's Way' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Diamonds Are Forever | Albert R. Saxby | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Big Jake | Sam Sharpnose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Chisum | Sheriff Brady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Undefeated | Jeff Newby | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Hellfighters | Joe Horn | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The War Wagon | Frank Pierce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Sol | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Town Tamer | Riley Condor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Cat Ballou | Sheriff Maledon | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Black Spurs | Bill Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | In Harm's Way | Quartermaster Quoddy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Law of the Lawless | Joe Rile | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | McLintock! | Ben Sage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hatari! | Little Wolf (aka "The Indian") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Comancheros | Maj. Henry (Ranger CO) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | John Paul Jones | Gunner Lowrie | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Sheriff of Fractured Jaw | Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Love Specialist | Mike | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Totò Double or Nothing? | Nick Molise | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lost in Alaska | Jake Stillman | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kid Monk Baroni | Mr. Hellman | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Best of the Badmen | Cole Younger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rock Island Trail | Kirby Morrow | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sorrowful Jones | Big Steve Holloway | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Legion | Beau Laroux | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Angel and the Badman | Laredo Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fallen Angel | Dave Atkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Desert Song | Col. Fontaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Flame of New Orleans | Robert Latour | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Susan and God | Michael | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | My Son Is Guilty | Ritzy Kerry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Jeff Surrett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Bad Man of Brimstone | Chester "Black Jack" McCreedy | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bad Guy | John 'Lucky' Walden | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Legion of Terror | Frank Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Game | Cal Calhoun | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Last of the Mohicans | Magua | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Kirby Dawson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Show Them No Mercy! | Pitch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Let 'em Have It | Joe Keefer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Redhead | Ted Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Murder on the Blackboard | Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Finishing School | Ralph McFarland | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Midshipman Jack | Jack Austin | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Disgraced! | Kirk Undwood, Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | King Kong | Jack Driscoll | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lucky Devils | Happy White | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Lady with a Past | Party Guest (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Bruce Cabot - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce Cabot?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Cabot is "Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Bruce Cabot acted in?
Bruce Cabot has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce Cabot?
Other notable films include "King Kong", "Fury", and "The Chase".