Burnell Tucker
ActingAbout Burnell Tucker
Burnell Tucker (born 1934) is a Canadian actor who appeared in the first two films of the Star Wars original trilogy.
Burnell Tucker Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Burnell Tucker reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Burnell Tucker's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Burnell Tucker'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 Empire Strikes Back, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Burnell Tucker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Burnell Tucker's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Burnell Tucker has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | U.S. Seals II: The Ultimate Force | Admiral Patterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | U-571 | Adm. Duke | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | U.S. Seals | Admiral Patterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Operation Delta Force 4: Deep Fault | Admiral Henshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | On Dangerous Ground | President | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Affair | Bailiff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lipstick and Blood | Tourist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Lifeforce | NASA Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Scream for Help | Mr. Ralston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Ragtime | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Priest of Love | Earl Brewster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Flash Gordon | Airline Co-Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Shining | Policeman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Empire Strikes Back | Wyron Serper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Martian Chronicles | Bill Wilder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Superman | Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Star Wars | Del Goren (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Omen | Secret Service Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Rollerball | Jonathan's Captain of Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Ooh...You Are Awful | American Tourist (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | 2001: A Space Odyssey | TMA-1 Site Photographer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Some May Live | Lawrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Dirty Dozen | Army Doctor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | You Only Live Twice | Hawaii Control Room Technician (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | A Countess from Hong Kong | Hotel Receptionist | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Finders Keepers | Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Bedford Incident | Seaman 1st Class - Bridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dateline Diamonds | Dale Meredith | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb | Mandrake' aide (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Burnell Tucker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Burnell Tucker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Burnell Tucker is "The Empire Strikes Back" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Burnell Tucker acted in?
Burnell Tucker has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Burnell Tucker?
Other notable films include "Star Wars", "The Shining", and "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb".