John Merton
ActingJohn Merton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Merton 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 John Merton's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of John Merton'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 Stranger from Santa Fe, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Merton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Merton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Merton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | Architect's Assistant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Frontier Gambler | Shorty | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Phantom of the Rue Morgue | Animal Keeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Big Heat | Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Up in Daisy's Penthouse | Daisy's Boyfriend | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Ticket to Tomahawk | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | West of Wyoming | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Thieves' Highway | State Highway Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Red River | Settler (uncredited) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gilda | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Harvey Girls | Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Border Bandits | Henchman Spike | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Cherokee Flash | Mark Butler aka Blackie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Rustlers' Hideout | Harry Stanton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Flame of the West | Carl Compton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Stranger from Santa Fe | Cy Manning | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ghost Guns | Matson | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Address Unknown | Angry German at Play (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | None Shall Escape | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Destroyer | Chief Quartermaster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Law Rides Again | Henchman Spike | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sagebrush Law | Burl Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Law and Order | Henchman Turtle | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | German Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | South of Tahiti | Sailor | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sea Raiders | First Island Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | White Eagle | Henchman Ronimo | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet Strikes Again! | Thug at Rear of Truck | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Half-breed Archer | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Billy the Kid in Texas | Flash | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Melody Ranch | Warns the Wildhacks | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Cantrell Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hi-Yo Silver | Kester | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Loki | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Northwest Passage | Lt. Dunbar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Laborer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Four Girls in White | John - Man at Accident | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Marie Antoinette | Soldier Announcing Birth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Dick Tracy Returns | Champ Stark | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Fighting Devil Dogs | Thompson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Two Gun Justice | Bart | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lone Ranger | Henchman Kester | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Roaring Six Guns | 'Mileaway' Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blazing Sixes | Jim Hess | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Border Caballero | Runnyian | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Broadway Bill | Morgan's Henchman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cleopatra | Roman Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Running Wild | Police Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Quarterback | Football Player | Average | Similar → |
John Merton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Merton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Merton is "Stranger from Santa Fe" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Merton acted in?
John Merton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Merton?
Other notable films include "The Cherokee Flash", "The Ten Commandments", and "The Big Heat".