Joe Yrigoyen

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

23Total Films

7.9 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 28, 1910

Birth Place: Ventura, California, U.S.

About Joe Yrigoyen

Joe Yrigoyen (28 August 1910 - 10 January 1998) was an actor, known for The Cowboys (1972), The Prisoner of Zenda (1979) and Mike Hammer (1958).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joe Yrigoyen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 23 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Western

The majority of Joe Yrigoyen's filmography leans towards the Western 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joe Yrigoyen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ben-Hur, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joe Yrigoyen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joe Yrigoyen's career based on audience ratings.

★7.9

★7.9

Ben-Hur: In 26 AD, Judah Ben-Hur, a Jew in ancient Judea, opposes the occupying Roman empire. Falsely accused by a Roman childho

Ben-Hur

1959•History

★7.6

★7.6

The Wild Bunch: An aging group of outlaws look for one last big score as the "traditional" American West is disappearing around them.

The Wild Bunch

1969•Western

★7.5

★7.5

Man from Cheyenne: Roy is a government man assigned to a case of cattle rustling in the part of the country where he grew up, unaware that

Man from Cheyenne

1942•Western

★7.2

★7.2

Blazing Saddles: A town—where everyone seems to be named Johnson—stands in the way of the railroad. In order to grab their land, robber b

Blazing Saddles

1974•Western

★7.1

★7.1

The Cowboys: When his cattlemen abandon him for the gold fields, rancher Wil Andersen is forced to take on a collection of young boys

The Cowboys

1972•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joe Yrigoyen.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1974	Blazing Saddles	Townsman (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1972	The Cowboys	Rustler	Hit	Similar →
1969	The Wild Bunch	Simkins (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1965	The Sons of Katie Elder	Buck Mason (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1960	Seven Ways from Sundown	-	Average	Similar →
1959	Ben-Hur	The Egyptian - Chariot Racer (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1959	Paratroop Command	German Driver (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1957	Gun Duel in Durango	Stacey	Flop	Similar →
1955	Desert Sands	Arab (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1946	The Phantom Rider	Blackie	Average	Similar →
1942	Man from Cheyenne	Henchman	Super Hit	Similar →
1941	Nevada City	Henchman	Flop	Similar →
1940	Melody Ranch	Henchman	Average	Similar →
1940	The Range Busters	Henchman Joe	Flop	Similar →
1940	Adventures of Red Ryder	Ambusher	Average	Similar →
1940	Drums of Fu Manchu	Dacoit	Average	Similar →
1939	Zorro's Fighting Legion	Pistolero	Flop	Similar →
1939	Cowboys from Texas	Stage Driver	Flop	Similar →
1939	Dick Tracy's G-Men	Barge Crewman	Flop	Similar →
1939	Daredevils of the Red Circle	Power Thug	Flop	Similar →
1939	The Lone Ranger Rides Again	Posseman	Average	Similar →
1938	Man from Music Mountain	Henchman Pete	Average	Similar →
1937	Two-Fisted Sheriff	Pete	Flop	Similar →

Joe Yrigoyen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joe Yrigoyen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Yrigoyen is "Ben-Hur" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Joe Yrigoyen acted in?

Joe Yrigoyen has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joe Yrigoyen?

Other notable films include "The Wild Bunch", "Man from Cheyenne", and "Blazing Saddles".