Jack Starrett
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Jack Starrett (November 2, 1936 – March 27, 1989) was an American actor and film director. He is credited as Claude Ennis Starrett, Jr. in some of his films. Starrett is perhaps best known for his role as Gabby Johnson, a parody of Gabby Hayes, in the 1974 classic parody film Blazing Saddles and is also known for his role as the brutal deputy Galt in the 1982 action film First Blood. He also played the cruel foreman Swick in The River. Starrett was often typecast as a tough-talking police officer and played essentially the same character in a trio of biker films: The Born Losers (the film that introduced Billy Jack), Hells Angels on Wheels (both from 1967), and Angels from Hell (1968). He acted in another biker film, Hell's Bloody Devils (1970), and directed two more: Run, Angel, Run in 1969 and Nam's Angels (1970). Description above from the Wikipedia article Jack Starrett, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jack Starrett Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Starrett reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack Starrett's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 17% of Jack Starrett'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 First Blood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack Starrett Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Starrett's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Starrett has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Grizzly II: Revenge | Papas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Nightwish | Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Family Reunion | Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Brothers in Arms | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Death Chase | Lt. MacGrew | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hollywood Heartbreak | Lou Budowski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The River | Swick | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | First Blood | Deputy Sgt. Arthur Galt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Rose | Dee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Mr. Horn | Gen. George Crook | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Nowhere to Hide | Gus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | A Small Town in Texas | Buford Tyler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Race with the Devil | Gas Station Attendant | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Dion Brothers | Gentleman Rancher (as Claude Ennis Starrett Jr.) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Blazing Saddles | Gabby Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Kid Blue | Tough Guy (as Claude Ennis Starrett Jr.) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Girls from Thunder Strip | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Cry Blood Apache | The Deacon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Losers | Chet Davis (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Hell's Bloody Devils | Rocky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Gay Deceivers | Colonel Dixon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Angels from Hell | Bingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Born Losers | Deputy Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Hells Angels on Wheels | Sagt. Bingham | Flop | Similar → |
Jack Starrett - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Starrett?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Starrett is "First Blood" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Jack Starrett acted in?
Jack Starrett has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Starrett?
Other notable films include "Blazing Saddles", "Kid Blue", and "The Rose".