Richard Benedict
ActingAbout Richard Benedict
Richard "Pepe" Benedict (born Riccardo Benedetto, January 8, 1920 – April 29, 1984) was an Italian-American television and film actor and director. He was born in Palermo, Italy. He appeared in dozens of television programs and movies from the 1940s to the 1960s, most notably Ace in the Hole (1951), directed by Billy Wilder. Benedict appeared with Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack in the 1960 movie Ocean's 11 as one of the 11 men who rob five Las Vegas casinos on the same night. He also played the commander of the Mars rescue ship in the 1958 B sci-fi movie It! The Terror from Beyond Space. Benedict's television appearances included Adventures of Superman, The Lone Ranger, Perry Mason, Zorro, Dragnet, Peter Gunn and Hawaii Five-O. His directing credits included Impasse, an adventure film starring Burt Reynolds. He died of a heart attack at Studio City, Los Angeles, on April 29, 1984, and was interred in Forest Lawn – Hollywood Hills Cemetery, in the Churchyard section. He was the father of three children, including actor Nick Benedict.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Benedict reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Richard Benedict's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Benedict remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ace in the Hole, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Benedict Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Benedict's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Benedict.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Mark, I Love You | Mr. Powell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Flannery and Quilt | Milt Lesser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Move | Prescott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Impasse | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ocean's Eleven | "Curly" Steffans | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | I'll Give My Life | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | It! The Terror from Beyond Space | Bob Finelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Josette of New Orleans | Vic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Beginning of the End | Cpl. Mathias | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Midnight Story | Pool Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Spring Reunion | Jim (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man Is Armed | Lew 'Mitch' Mitchell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Wiretapper | Romato | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Spy Chasers | Boris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Shrike | Gregory | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Superman's Peril | Cappy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Act of Love | Pete | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Murder Without Tears | Joe 'Candy Markwell' Martola | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Run for the Hills | Horace 'Happy' Day | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Juggler | Police Officer Kogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jalopy | Tony, the driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Woman in the Dark | Gino Morello | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Breakdown | Harry 'Punchy' Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hoodlum Empire | Silky Tanner | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Okinawa | Delgado | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Let's Go Navy! | Red | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Ace in the Hole | Leo Minosa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Triple Trouble | Skeets O'Neil | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | State Penitentiary | Mike Gavin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Angels in Disguise | Henchman Miami | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Post Office Investigator | Louis Reese | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Scene of the Crime | Turk Kingby | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Omoo-Omoo the Shark God | Mate Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Window | Murdered Seaman (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Streets of San Francisco | Henry Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | City Across the River | Gaggsy Steens | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Homicide | Nick Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Shockproof | 'Kid', Knife Wielder (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Smart Girls Don't Talk | Cliff Saunders | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Race Street | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Arizona Ranger | Ranger Gills | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Crossfire | Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Guilt of Janet Ames | Joe Burton | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Backlash | Detective Sergeant Tom Carey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Till the End of Time | Soldier with "the shakes" | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Somewhere in the Night | Marine Desk Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | O.S.S. | Robert Bouchet, Tech Sgt., A.U.S. / Albert Bernardi | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Walk in the Sun | Pvt. Tranella | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | See My Lawyer | Joe Wilson | Average | Similar → |
Richard Benedict - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Benedict?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Benedict is "Ace in the Hole" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Richard Benedict acted in?
Richard Benedict has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Benedict?
Other notable films include "Let's Go Navy!", "Spy Chasers", and "The Window".