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Dick Paxton

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
12Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 21, 1918
Birth Place: Lamar, Colorado, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dick Paxton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Dick Paxton's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dick Paxton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Easter Parade, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dick Paxton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dick Paxton's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Easter Parade (1948) movie poster
★7.0

Easter Parade: On the day before Easter in 1911, Don Hewes is crushed when his dancing partner (and object of affection) Nadine Hale re

Easter Parade

1948•Romance
★6.9
No Way Out (1950) movie poster
★6.9

No Way Out: Two hoodlum brothers are brought into hospital for gunshot wounds, and when one dies, the other accuses their Black doct

No Way Out

1950•Drama
★6.7
Hellgate (1952) movie poster
★6.7

Hellgate: A man is framed and sent to the toughest prison in the territory.

Hellgate

1952•Western
★6.4
Strike Up the Band (1940) movie poster
★6.4

Strike Up the Band: Jimmy and Mary get a group of kids together to play in a school orchestra. A huge contest between schools is coming up a

Strike Up the Band

1940•Comedy
★6.0
Here Come the Marines (1952) movie poster
★6.0

Here Come the Marines: After Slip is drafted into the Marines, the rest of the gang volunteers so they can be with him. Sach discovers that the

Here Come the Marines

1952•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dick Paxton.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1984 It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Salesman Average Similar →
1957 Hit and Run Waiter Flop Similar →
1953 Sky Commando Capt. Frank Willard Average Similar →
1952 The Iron Mistress John Bowie Flop Similar →
1952 Hellgate George Nye Hit Similar →
1952 Here Come the Marines Projector Salesman Average Similar →
1952 Waco Ace Logan Flop Similar →
1950 No Way Out Johnny Biddle (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1948 Easter Parade Western Union Messenger (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1948 Angels' Alley Henchman 'Jockey' Flop Similar →
1947 Sarge Goes to College Teenager Flop Similar →
1940 Strike Up the Band Dick - Second Trumpet Player Average Similar →

Dick Paxton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dick Paxton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dick Paxton is "Easter Parade" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Dick Paxton acted in?

Dick Paxton has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dick Paxton?

Other notable films include "No Way Out", "Hellgate", and "Strike Up the Band".