
Ken Curtis
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ken Curtis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Ken Curtis'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ken Curtis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Searchers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ken Curtis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ken Curtis's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ken Curtis.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | John Wayne's 'The Alamo' | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Conagher | Seaborn Tay, Cattle Rancher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Once Upon a Texas Train | Kelly Sutton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Lost | Wyatt Cosgrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Legend of the Wild | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | California Gold Rush | Kentuck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | When the West Was Fun: A Western Reunion | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Once Upon a Starry Night | Uncle Ned | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Pony Express Rider | Jed Richardson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Robin Hood | Nutsy - A Vulture (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | Joe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | How the West Was Won | Corporal Ben (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Two Rode Together | Greeley Clegg | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Alamo | Capt. Almeron Dickinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Freckles | Wessner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | My Dog, Buddy | Dr. Lusk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Killer Shrews | Jerry Farrell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Horse Soldiers | Cpl. Wilkie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Woman on the Run | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Land | Lee Hearn | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Escort West | Trooper Burch | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Monsignor Killian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Missouri Traveler | Fred Mueller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Spring Reunion | Al | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Wings of Eagles | John Dale Price | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Growler Story | Captain Howard W. Gilmore | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | 5 Steps to Danger | FBI Agent Jim Anderson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Searchers | Charlie McCorry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mister Roberts | Dolan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Long Gray Line | Specialty (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Quiet Man | Dermot Fahy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fighting Coast Guard | Ken - Member Sons of the Pioneers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Don Daredevil Rides Again | Lee Hadley / Don Daredevil | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rio Grande | Donnelly - Regimental Singer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Call of the Forest | Bob Brand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Stallion Canyon | Curt Benson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Riders of the Pony Express | Tom Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Over the Santa Fe Trail | Curt Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lone Star Moonlight | Curt Norton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Singing on the Trail | Curt Stanton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Cowboy Blues | Curt Durant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | That Texas Jamboree | Curt Chambers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Throw a Saddle on a Star | Curt Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Out of the Depths | Buck Clayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Song of the Prairie | Dan Tyler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Rhythm Round-Up | Jimmy Benson | Flop | Similar → |
Ken Curtis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ken Curtis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Curtis is "The Searchers" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Ken Curtis acted in?
Ken Curtis has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ken Curtis?
Other notable films include "Robin Hood", "The Quiet Man", and "The Last Hurrah".




