Fred Burns
ActingFred Burns Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fred Burns reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fred Burns's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Fred Burns'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 Rio Rita, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fred Burns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fred Burns's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fred Burns has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Boss of Rawhide | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Man from Music Mountain | Rescott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Gower Gulch Cowboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Lady Takes a Chance | Team Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Song of Texas | Race Official | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Calling Wild Bill Elliott | Man at Church Service | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Idaho | Ed | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset Serenade | Langdon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sons of the Pioneers | Rancher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset on the Desert | Jim Prentiss | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine | Westerner | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man from Cheyenne | Rancher Harry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Red River Valley | Cattle Rancher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Nevada City | Railroad Worker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheriff of Tombstone | Mine Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ridin' the Cherokee Trail | Rancher Wyatt | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Robin Hood of the Pecos | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Three Men from Texas | Rancher | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young Bill Hickok | Mr. Waddell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Under Texas Skies | Stage Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Colorado | Sheriff Jeff Harkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ranger and the Lady | Winslow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Cattleman Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gaucho Serenade | Cowhand | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Saga of Death Valley | Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Arizona Kid | Melton - Volunteer | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Monterey | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | New Frontier | Fiddle Player | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Caliente | Settler Wagon Master | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | Cavalry Officer Long | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sunset Trail | Trail Patrol Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | In Old Mexico | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Under Western Stars | Rankin, leader of mob to blow up dam | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Trailing Trouble | Sheriff Jake Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | North of the Rio Grande | Juror | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hopalong Cassidy Returns | Rancher | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Law of 45's | Sheriff Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Trailing North | Ranger Jim Powers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Sundown Trail | Station Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Branded | Prestonville Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Law of the Rio Grande | First Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Rio Rita | Wilkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Tide of Empire | Vigilante | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Good Bad-Man | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | Sold for Marriage | A Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Martyrs of the Alamo | Captain Dickinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Birth of a Nation | Klansman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Home, Sweet Home | The Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Greater Love | Jack Manton - the Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Craven | Tom Beckett - the Suitor | Flop | Similar → |
Fred Burns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fred Burns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fred Burns is "Rio Rita" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Fred Burns acted in?
Fred Burns has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fred Burns?
Other notable films include "Sons of the Pioneers", "Red River Valley", and "Man from Cheyenne".