Paul E. Burns
ActingPaul E. Burns Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul E. Burns reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paul E. Burns's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 74% of Paul E. Burns'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 The Ox-Bow Incident, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul E. Burns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul E. Burns's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul E. Burns has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Barefoot in the Park | Bum in Park (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Summer Magic | Drinker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Mallethead (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Fimbria (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gunman's Walk | Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Proud Ones | Billy Smith (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Stranger at My Door | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man with the Golden Arm | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Desperate Hours | Chef at Al's Dining Room | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Girls in the Night | Blind Minosa | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Son of Paleface | Ebenezer Hawkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Silver City | Ed Paxton (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Santa Fe | Uncle Dick Wootton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Storm Warning | Frank Hauser | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Gang | Dr. Evans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset in the West | Telegrapher Blinky Adams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Summer Stock | Frank (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Armored Car Robbery | Mr. Kelly - Valley Auto Court Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Young Man with a Horn | First Pawnbroker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Reckless Moment | Desk Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Al (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Johnny Allegro | Gray | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tulsa | Tooley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cover Up | Mr. Abbey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Ladies of the Chorus | Mr. Craig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Whispering Smith | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hollow Triumph | Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desperate | Uncle Jan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fallen Angel | News Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Purity Squad | Janitor John Billings (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Southerner | Uncle Pete Tucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Pelzer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dragon Seed | Shen - Neighbor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Ox-Bow Incident | Winder (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Meanest Man in the World | Farmer in Traffic Accident | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Moontide | General Store Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Farmer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Swamp Water | Tulle McKenzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Michael Shayne: Private Detective | Furniture Company Move | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Reporter Calling Elinor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | New Moon | Guard on Ship | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Orvie | Angelo, Grocer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broadway Melody of 1940 | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Ticket Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence | Railroad Dispatcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Young Mr. Lincoln | Loafer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rose of Washington Square | Chump | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jesse James | Hank | Hit | Similar → |
Paul E. Burns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul E. Burns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul E. Burns is "The Ox-Bow Incident" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Paul E. Burns acted in?
Paul E. Burns has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul E. Burns?
Other notable films include "Spartacus", "Sunset in the West", and "Pocketful of Miracles".