Russ Brown
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Russell Brown (May 30, 1892; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – October 19, 1964; Englewood, New Jersey) was an American Tony Award-winning actor of stage and film. Brown, a stage actor for decades, is best remembered by audiences as Captain Brackett in South Pacific (which he repeated in the movie version) and for his performances as 'Benny Van Buren' in the stage/film version of Damn Yankees in 1958, and the following year as park caretaker George Lemon in the classic courtroom drama, Anatomy of a Murder (1959). For his stage performance in "Damn Yankees!", he earned Broadway's Tony Award in 1956, as did actor Ray Walston, actress Gwen Verdon and her choreographer husband Bob Fosse, among others, all for the same Tony Award-winning musical.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Russ Brown reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Russ Brown's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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), Russ Brown remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Laugh or Two, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Russ Brown Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Russ Brown's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Russ Brown.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Cardinal | Dr. Heller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Advise & Consent | Night Watchman Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Anatomy of a Murder | Deputy Sheriff George Lemon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | It Happened to Jane | Uncle Otis | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Damn Yankees | Benny Van Buren | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | South Pacific | Capt. J.M. Brackett, USN | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Millionaire Playboy | Mr. Bob Norman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Air Parade | Mr Brittlebottle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boy, Oh Boy | Jimmy Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sweet Surrender | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Love Captive | Larry Chapman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Let's Talk It Over | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Moulin Rouge | Joe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Laugh or Two | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Russ Brown - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Russ Brown?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Russ Brown is "A Laugh or Two" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Russ Brown acted in?
Russ Brown has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Russ Brown?
Other notable films include "Anatomy of a Murder", "Advise & Consent", and "Moulin Rouge".