Don Kennedy

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

12Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 3, 1921

Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Don Kennedy

Don Kennedy is a film and television actor whose career began in the late 1940s with television westerns.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Don Kennedy 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 Don Kennedy'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Don Kennedy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hud, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Don Kennedy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Don Kennedy's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

Hud: Hud Bannon is a ruthless young man who tarnishes everything and everyone he touches. Hud represents the perfect embodime

Hud

1963•Drama

★7.1

Ride the High Country (1962) movie poster

★7.1

Ride the High Country: An ex-lawman is hired to transport gold from a mining community through dangerous territory. But what he doesn't realize

Ride the High Country

1962•Western

★6.7

★6.7

Friendly Persuasion: The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's

Friendly Persuasion

1956•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

The Stunt Man: A fugitive stumbles onto a movie set just when they need a new stunt man, takes the job as a way to hide out and falls f

The Stunt Man

1980•Action

★6.0

Last of the Desperados (1955) movie poster

★6.0

Last of the Desperados: After killing Billy the Kid, Sheriff Pat Garrett is relentlessly dogged by members of the Kid's gang.

Last of the Desperados

1955•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Don Kennedy.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1980	The Stunt Man	Lineman	Hit	Similar →
1968	Where Were You When the Lights Went Out?	Guard (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Big Mouth	Marine Sergeant (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1963	Hud	Charlie Tucker	Hit	Similar →
1962	Ride the High Country	Policeman on Street (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1960	Walk Like a Dragon	Masters	Flop	Similar →
1956	Friendly Persuasion	Buster - Whacked by Eliza (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1956	World Without End	Reporter (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1955	Last of the Desperados	?	Average	Similar →
1955	Unchained	Mike Gladstone (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1955	An Annapolis Story	McClaren	Flop	Similar →
1954	Hell's Outpost	Truck Driver (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →

Don Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Don Kennedy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Kennedy is "Hud" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Don Kennedy acted in?

Don Kennedy has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Don Kennedy?

Other notable films include "Ride the High Country", "Friendly Persuasion", and "The Stunt Man".