Nelson Leigh
ActingAbout Nelson Leigh
Nelson Leigh was born on January 1, 1905 in Mississippi, USA as Sydney Talbot Christie. He was an actor, known for Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957), World Without End (1956) and The Pilgrimage Play (1949). He died on July 3, 1985 in Hemet, California, USA.
Nelson Leigh Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nelson Leigh 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 Nelson Leigh's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Nelson Leigh'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 Magick Lantern Cycle, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nelson Leigh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nelson Leigh's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nelson Leigh has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Where Jesus Walked | Jesus (archive footage: The Pilgrimage Play) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Magick Lantern Cycle | Jesus Christ (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Silencers | Tung-Tze Agent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Scorpio Rising | Jesus Christ (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Gathering of Eagles | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Northcross, Ad Council Chairman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ocean's Eleven | Doctor / Specialist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gallant Hours | Adm. Dan Callaghan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ma Barker's Killer Brood | George Barker | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Operation Petticoat | Admiral Koenig (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Vice Raid | Louise's Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Hangman | Col. Hammond (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Imitation of Life | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Step Down to Terror | Reverend Johnson (unconfirmed) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bombers B-52 | Brig. Gen. Wayne Action | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | God Is My Partner | Rev. William Goodwin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunfight at the O.K. Corral | Mayor Kelly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Methodist Minister (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Strange Intruder | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hold Back The Night | Lt. Col. Toomey | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The First Texan | Col. Hockley | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | World Without End | Dr Eldon Galbraithe | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rebel Without a Cause | Desk Sergeant #1 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Creature with the Atom Brain | Dr. Kenneth C. Norton (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Big House, U.S.A | Madden's FBI Supervisor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Shield of Falworth | Archbishop at Myles' Knighting (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jesse James vs. the Daltons | Father Kerrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Alf Slade | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Thief of Damascus | Ben Jammal | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Living Bible | Jesus Christ | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Submarine Command | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hurricane Island | Padre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Christmas Carol | Ghost of Christmas Past | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Adventures of Sir Galahad | King Arthur | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Barbary Pirate | Rindeff | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Jolson Sings Again | Theater Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Lost Tribe | Zoron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Blade | D'Emery | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Black Arrow | Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Cornered | Dominion Official (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Tonight and Every Night | British Army Officer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Winkle Goes to War | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | British Naval Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Bull Fiddler (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Guy Named Joe | Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Lassie Come Home | Joe's Teacher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Naval Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sahara | British Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | First Comes Courage | Blake | Hit | Similar → |
Nelson Leigh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nelson Leigh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nelson Leigh is "Magick Lantern Cycle" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Nelson Leigh acted in?
Nelson Leigh has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nelson Leigh?
Other notable films include "Rebel Without a Cause", "Imitation of Life", and "Sahara".