Byron Keith - Actor Profile

Byron Keith

Acting
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
18Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 17, 1917
Birth Place: El Paso, Illinois, USA

Byron Keith Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Byron Keith reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Byron Keith's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 11% of Byron Keith'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 Stranger, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Byron Keith Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Byron Keith's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
The Stranger (1946) movie poster
★7.2

The Stranger: An investigator from the War Crimes Commission travels to Connecticut to find an infamous Nazi, who may be hiding out in

The Stranger

1946•Thriller
★6.5
Dallas (1950) movie poster
★6.5

Dallas: After the Civil War, Confederate soldier Blayde Hollister travels to Dallas to avenge the savage murder of his family. D

Dallas

1950•Western
★6.3
The Great Bank Robbery (1969) movie poster
★6.3

The Great Bank Robbery: A motley group of phony church leaders attempts to rob a bank controlled by brothers in 1880's Texas.

The Great Bank Robbery

1969•Western
★6.1
Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops (1955) movie poster
★6.1

Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops: Harry and Willie are scammed into buying the Thomas Edison studio lot by a man named Gorman. They decide to follow Gorma

Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops

1955•Comedy
★6.0
Under Fire (1957) movie poster
★6.0

Under Fire: An Army lawyer defends a World War II hero and his men accused of desertion.

Under Fire

1957•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Byron Keith has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1972 Beware! The Blob Bowling Customer Flop Similar →
1969 The Great Bank Robbery Deputy Average Similar →
1965 Brainstorm Guard (uncredited) Average Similar →
1961 A Fever in the Blood Frankie Kovac Average Similar →
1959 Speed Crazy Jim Brand Flop Similar →
1957 Under Fire Capt. Tanner Average Similar →
1957 Chicago Confidential TV Announcer (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1956 The Black Panther Maharaja of Dairee Flop Similar →
1955 Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops Cop (uncredited) Average Similar →
1955 Battle Cry Recruiting Sergeant (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Prisoner of War Bley Riskings Flop Similar →
1952 The Black Lash Bill Leonard Flop Similar →
1951 Journey Into Light Dan - Policeman Average Similar →
1951 Queen for a Day The Chauffeur Average Similar →
1951 Untamed Mistress Maharaja Parsta Flop Similar →
1950 Dallas Jason Trask Hit Similar →
1949 Fighting Man of the Plains Jonas Flop Similar →
1946 The Stranger Dr. Jeffrey Lawrence Hit Similar →

Byron Keith - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Byron Keith?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Byron Keith is "The Stranger" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Byron Keith acted in?

Byron Keith has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Byron Keith?

Other notable films include "Dallas", "The Great Bank Robbery", and "Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops".

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