Jim Bannon
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jim Bannon (April 9, 1911 - July 28, 1984) was an actor in radio and Hollywood western films during the 1940s and 1950s. He is best remembered as the fourth cinema Red Ryder from 1949 - 1950. He appeared in numerous western television series, including the 1958 episode "Attack" of Richard Carlson's Mackenzie's Raiders. Bannon was also the first husband of American actor and comedian Bea Benaderet. Their son, Jack Bannon, was a regular on the CBS drama series, Lou Grant, starring Ed Asner. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jim Bannon, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jim Bannon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Jim Bannon's filmography leans towards the Western 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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jim Bannon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in It's Murder, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jim Bannon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jim Bannon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jim Bannon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Good Neighbor Sam | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man's Favorite Sport? | Forest Ranger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Gathering of Eagles | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | They Came to Cordura | Capt. Paltz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Time at All | Mike Trace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Chicago Confidential | Pilot (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | War Arrow | Capt. Roger Corwin (as James Bannon) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Farnsworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Jesse James Raid | Bob Ford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Phantom from Space | Police Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rodeo | Bat Gorman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lawless Cowboys | Jim Bannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Unknown World | Andrew "Andy" Ostergaard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Stagecoach Driver | Jim Bannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Texas Rangers | Jeff Barton - Outlaw (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Nevada Badmen | Jim Bannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Canyon Raiders | Jim Bannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Wanted: Dead or Alive | U. S. Marshal Jim Bannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Ridin' the Outlaw Trail | Ace Donley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sierra Passage | Jud Yorke | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Jiggs and Maggie Out West | 'Snake-Bite' Carter (as Jim 'Red' Bannon) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cowboy and the Prizefighter | Red Ryder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fighting Redhead | Red Ryder | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Roll, Thunder, Roll! | Red Ryder | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Daughter of the Jungle | Kenneth Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Ride, Ryder, Ride! | Red Ryder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Frontier Revenge | Henchman Brant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Miraculous Journey | Nick Travelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trail to Laredo | Dan Parks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Man from Colorado | Nagel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Dangers of the Canadian Mounted | Sgt. Chris Royal, RCMP | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | T-Men | Agent Lindsay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Det. Lt. Mark Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | Jack Woodworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Thirteenth Hour | Jerry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Johnny O'Clock | Chuck Blayden | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Jack Packard | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Renegades | Cash Dembrow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Devil's Mask | Jack Packard | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Out of the Depths | Capt. Faversham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Gay Senorita | Phil Dolan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Mystery | Jack Packard | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Tonight and Every Night | Life Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Missing Juror | Joe Keats | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sergeant Mike | Lt. Patrick Henry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | It's Murder | Tom Blair | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Soul of a Monster | Dr. Roger Vance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Married Adventure | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Confederate Honey | Various (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Jim Bannon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jim Bannon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jim Bannon is "It's Murder" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Jim Bannon acted in?
Jim Bannon has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jim Bannon?
Other notable films include "Man's Favorite Sport?", "T-Men", and "The Man from Colorado".