Ray Walston
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Ray Walston (December 2, 1914 – January 1, 2001) was an American stage, television and film actor best known as the title character on the 1960s situation comedy My Favorite Martian. In addition, he was also known for his role as high school teacher Mr. Hand in the 1982 film Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Judge Henry Bone on the drama series Picket Fences.
Ray Walston Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ray Walston 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 Ray Walston's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Ray Walston'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 Apartment, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ray Walston Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ray Walston's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ray Walston has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | The Art of 'The Sting' | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Broadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony Awards | Applegate (segment "Damn Yankees") (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Reliving Our Fast Times at Ridgemont High | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Swing Vote | Justice Clore Cawley | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | My Favorite Martian | Armitan | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Addams Family Reunion | Walter Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Westing Game | Sandy McSouthers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | House Arrest | Chief Rocco | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Project: ALF | Motel Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Of Mice and Men | Candy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Player | Ray Walston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Ralph S. Mouse | Matt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Popcorn | Dr. Mnesyne | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Angel of Death | Prison Librarian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Blood Salvage | Mr. Stone | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Ski Patrol | Pops | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Class Cruise | Cappy Connors | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | A Man of Passion | Basilio | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Saturday the 14th Strikes Back | Gramps Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Red River | Groot | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | O.C. and Stiggs | Grandpa 'Gramps' Ogilvie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | From the Hip | 1st Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Mouse and the Motorcycle | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ask Max | Harmon | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Rad | Burton Timmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Amos | Johnny Kent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Johnny Dangerously | Vendor | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Private School | Chauncey | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | This Girl for Hire | Abner Litto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Fast Times at Ridgemont High | Mr. Hand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Kid with the Broken Halo | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Galaxy of Terror | Kore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Popeye | Poopdeck Pappy | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Fall of the House of Usher | Thaddeus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Institute for Revenge | Frank Anders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Silver Streak | Mr. Edgar Whiney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Sting | J.J. Singleton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Paint Your Wagon | "Mad Jack" Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Caprice | Stuart Clancy | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Kiss Me, Stupid | Orville Jeremiah Spooner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Who's Minding the Store? | Mr. Quimby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Wives and Lovers | Wylie Driberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Convicts 4 | Iggy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Portrait in Black | Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Apartment | Joe Dobisch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Tall Story | Professor Leo Sullivan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Say One for Me | Phil Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Damn Yankees | Mr. Applegate | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | South Pacific | Luther Billis | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Kiss Them for Me | Lt. (j.g.) Howard McCann | Average | Similar → |
Ray Walston - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ray Walston?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ray Walston is "The Apartment" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Ray Walston acted in?
Ray Walston has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ray Walston?
Other notable films include "The Sting", "The Westing Game", and "Of Mice and Men".