Duane Jones
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Duane L. Jones (February 2, 1936 – July 22, 1988) was an American actor, best known for his role as Ben in the 1968 horror film Night of the Living Dead. He was director of the Maguire Theater at the State University of New York at Old Westbury. He was the artistic director of the Richard Allen Center for Culture and Art in Manhattan. Description above from the Wikipedia article Duane Jones, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Duane Jones Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Duane Jones reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Duane Jones's work falls within the Horror genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Duane Jones'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 Night of Horror in Brazil, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Duane Jones Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Duane Jones's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Duane Jones has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Legacy of Screams: The Evolution of Horror Movies | Self - (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Night of Horror in Brazil | Ben (Archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Synthwave Horror: Night Of The Living Dead | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Autopsy of the Dead | Self (archival footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The American Nightmare | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Halloween Monster Bash | Ben (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Fright House | Charles Harmon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | To Die For | Simon Little | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Creepy Classics | Ben - (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vampires | Dr. Charles Harmon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Beat Street | Robert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Losing Ground | Duke | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Ganja & Hess | Dr. Hess Green | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | It’s a Wonderful Night of the Living Dead | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Night of the Living Dead | Ben | Super Hit | Similar → |
Duane Jones - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Duane Jones?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Duane Jones is "Night of Horror in Brazil" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Duane Jones acted in?
Duane Jones has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Duane Jones?
Other notable films include "Night of the Living Dead", "The American Nightmare", and "Beat Street".