John 'Dusty' King
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John 'Dusty' King reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of John 'Dusty' King'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John 'Dusty' King remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John 'Dusty' King Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John 'Dusty' King's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John 'Dusty' King.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Squadron of Doom | Ace Drummond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Renegade Girl | Corporal Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Haunted Ranch | Dusty King posing as Hank Travers | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Two Fisted Justice | 'Dusty' King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Trail Riders | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Texas to Bataan | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Arizona Stage Coach | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Texas Trouble Shooters | Dusty King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Boot Hill Bandits | 'Dusty' King | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rock River Renegades | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Law of the Jungle | Larry Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Thunder River Feud | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Underground Rustlers | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tonto Basin Outlaws | 'Dusty' King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Saddle Mountain Roundup | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Fugitive Valley | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Wrangler's Roost | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tumbledown Ranch In Arizona | John King (prologue) & 'Dusty' King (flashback) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Kid's Last Ride | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Trail of the Silver Spurs | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | West of Pinto Basin | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Trailing Double Trouble | John 'Dusty' King | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Range Busters | 'Dusty' King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Blame It on Love | Jeff Wadsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Half a Sinner | Larry Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Midnight Limited | Val Lennon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gentleman from Arizona | Pokey Sanders (as John King) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation | Howard Stevens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hardys Ride High | Phil Westcott | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Inside Story | Paul Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Three Musketeers | Aramis | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Charlie Chan in Honolulu | Randolph | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sharpshooters | Prince Alexis (as John King) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Breaking the Ice | Henry Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | State Police | Sgt. Dan Prescott | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Crime of Doctor Hallet | Dr. Phillip Saunders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Merry Go Round of 1938 | Tony Townsend (as John King) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Road Back | Ernst | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Smart Girls | Bill Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ace Drummond | Ace Drummond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Postal Inspector | Ralph (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crash Donovan | Johnny Allen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sutter's Gold | Alvarado Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dangerous Waters | Singing Sailor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Adventures of Frank Merriwell | Bruce Browning (as John King) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | 3 Kids and a Queen | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stolen Harmony | Fagin in Skit (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
John 'Dusty' King - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John 'Dusty' King?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John 'Dusty' King is "Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation" with a rating of 6.6/10.
How many movies has John 'Dusty' King acted in?
John 'Dusty' King has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John 'Dusty' King?
Other notable films include "Ace Drummond", "Texas Trouble Shooters", and "Charlie Chan in Honolulu".