James Craven
ActingAbout James Craven
James Craven was an American actor. He played a wide variety of roles and film and television credits including the TV show The Adventures of Kit Carson, Johnny Belinda, The Green Archer and King of the Rocket Men.
James Craven Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Craven reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Craven's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 12% of James Craven'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 Monsieur Verdoux, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Craven Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Craven's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Craven has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Bill's Gun Shop | Roy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | D-Day on Mars | Dr. Cygnus Layton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Missile Monsters | Dr. Bryant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Project Moon Base | Commodore Carlson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | East of Sumatra | Drake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Against All Flags | Captain Hornsby | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Old West | Daniels (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Les Miserables | Vero (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flying Leathernecks | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lost Planet Airmen | Prof. Millard | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Wells Fargo Gunmaster | Henry Mills | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Target Unknown | Brigadier General (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blades of the Musketeers | M. De Treville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Flying Disc Man from Mars | Dr. Bryant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Bunco Squad | Swenson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Trial Without Jury | Stage Actor Playing Philip Mannings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Beyond the Forest | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Kimbar of the Jungle | Commishioner Litchfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | King of the Rocket Men | Prof. Millard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Clay Pigeon | John Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Federal Agents vs. Underworld, Inc. | Prof. James Clayton [Chs. 1, 10-12] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Million Dollar Weekend | Dr. George Strong | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Strange Gamble | Mordigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Desperadoes of Dodge City | Cal Sutton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Johnny Belinda | Interpreter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Berlin Express | British Major | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Exile | Cavalier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Bismo - Annabella's Friend (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman | Winsley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Murder in the Music Hall | Mr. Winters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sheriff of Redwood Valley | Bidwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Days of Buffalo Bill | Ace Diamond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Purple Monster Strikes | Dr. Cyrus Layton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Bombardier | Major Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of Smilin' Jack | Commissioner Robert George Hardy [Chs. 5-7] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reunion in France | Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Silver Queen | Thomas (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Little Joe, the Wrangler | Lloyd Chapin | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | Ship's Radio Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Fire Warden | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Captain Midnight | Ivan Shark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Today I Hang | Joseph Rand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Corsican Brothers | Giovanni (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Yank in the R.A.F. | Instructor | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Captain in Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tumbledown Ranch In Arizona | Dan Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | White Eagle | 'Dandy' Darnell | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Archer | Abel Bellamy | Average | Similar → |
James Craven - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Craven?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Craven is "Monsieur Verdoux" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has James Craven acted in?
James Craven has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Craven?
Other notable films include "They Met in Bombay", "Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake", and "The Corsican Brothers".