
Richard Egan
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Richard Egan (July 29, 1921 - July 20, 1987) was an American actor. In some films he is credited as Richard Eagan. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Egan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Egan 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 Egan'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Egan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Kid from Left Field, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Egan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Egan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Egan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | This Is Elvis | Vance Reno (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Sweet Creek County War | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Amsterdam Kill | Ridgeway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Mission to Glory: A True Story | Eusibio Francisco Kino | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Throw Out the Anchor | Jonathon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Day of the Wolves | Pete Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Mean Justice | Jim Redigo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The House That Would Not Die | Pat McDougal | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Big Cube | Frederick Lansdale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Destructors | Dan Street | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Valley of Mystery | Wade Cochran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Fanfare for a Death Scene | John Stryker | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The 300 Spartans | King Leonidas | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Esther and the King | King Ahasuerus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Pollyanna | Dr. Edmond Chilton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Summer Place | Ken Jorgenson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | These Thousand Hills | Jehu | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Hunters | Colonel Dutch Imil, CO 54th Fighter Group | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Voice in the Mirror | Jim Burton | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Slaughter on 10th Avenue | William Keating | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Love Me Tender | Vance Reno | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tension at Table Rock | Wes Tancred | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Revolt of Mamie Stover | Jim Blair | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Seven Cities of Gold | Jose Mendoza | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Violent Saturday | Boyd Fairchild | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Untamed | Kurt Hout | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Underwater! | Johnny Gray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Khyber Patrol | Kyle Cameron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Demetrius and the Gladiators | Dardenius | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Gog | David Sheppard | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Wicked Woman | Matt Bannister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Kid from Left Field | Billy Lorant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Glory Brigade | Sgt. Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Split Second | Doctor Neal Garven | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Blackbeard, the Pirate | Briggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Devil Makes Three | Lt. Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | One Minute to Zero | Capt. Ralston | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Cripple Creek | Strap Galland alias Gillis | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Battle at Apache Pass | Sgt. Reuben Bernard | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flame of Araby | Captain Fezil | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Golden Horde | Gill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bright Victory | Sergeant John Masterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hollywood Story | Police Lt. Bud Lennox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Highway 301 | Herbie Brooks | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kansas Raiders | First Lieutenant | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Undercover Girl | Jess Faylen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Wyoming Mail | Beale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Killer That Stalked New York | Treasury Agent Owney (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Damned Don't Cry | Roy Whitehead | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Good Humor Man | Officer Daley | Average | Similar → |
Richard Egan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Egan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Egan is "The Kid from Left Field" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Richard Egan acted in?
Richard Egan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Egan?
Other notable films include "Pollyanna", "The Damned Don't Cry", and "Khyber Patrol".




