Burt Kennedy
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Burt Kennedy (September 3, 1922 - February 15, 2001) was an American screenwriter and director known for mainly directing film Westerns. After World War II service in the 1st Cavalry Division, Muskegon, Michigan-born Kennedy found work writing for radio, then used his training as a cavalry officer to secure a job as a fencing trainer and fencing stunt doubles in films. That led to Kennedy being hired to write for a television program with a fencing theme for John Wayne's Batjac productions. Although the TV program was never produced it led the young writer to write screenplays for a number of Batjac films starting with the 1956 film Seven Men from Now. In the 1960s, after also becoming a film director, Kennedy moved on to write for western television programs. Description above from the Wikipedia article Burt Kennedy, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Burt Kennedy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Burt Kennedy's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Burt Kennedy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Three Musketeers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Burt Kennedy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Burt Kennedy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Burt Kennedy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Making of Comanche | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Big Guns Talk: The Story of the Western | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | John Wayne - Eine amerikanische Legende | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Wayne Train | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Musketeers | - | Hit | Similar → |
Burt Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Burt Kennedy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Burt Kennedy is "The Three Musketeers" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Burt Kennedy acted in?
Burt Kennedy has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Burt Kennedy?
Other notable films include "John Wayne - Eine amerikanische Legende", "Big Guns Talk: The Story of the Western", and "Wayne Train".