Robert Benchley
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Robert Benchley (September 15, 1889 - November 21, 1945) was an American humorist, a newspaper columnist and an actor.
Robert Benchley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Benchley reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Robert Benchley's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Robert Benchley'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 Showbiz Goes to War, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Benchley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Benchley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Benchley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | The Pixar Story | Robert Benchley (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Walt Disney's Fables - Vol.6 | Robert Benchley (voice) (archive sound) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Ten-Year Lunch | Himself (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Showbiz Goes to War | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Joseph Doakes in 'That Inferior Feeling' (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Janie Gets Married | John Van Brunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Bride Wore Boots | Uncle Todd Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Snafu | Ben Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Week-End at the Waldorf | Randy Morton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Duffy's Tavern | Robert Benchley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Her Primitive Man | Martin Osborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | See Here, Private Hargrove | Mr. Holliday | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Song of Russia | Hank Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | My Tomato | Joseph A. Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Sky's the Limit | Philip 'Phil' Harriman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Show-Business at War | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | Dr. Dudley White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Major and the Minor | Mr. Osborne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Syncopation | Doakes (scenes deleted) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Take a Letter, Darling | G.B. Atwater | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Witness | Joe Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | How to Take a Vacation | Husband | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | You'll Never Get Rich | Martin Cortland | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Reluctant Dragon | Robert Benchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Forgotten Man | Joe Doakes / Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Trouble with Husbands | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Roger Van Horn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Stebbins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Home Movies | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | How to Eat | Lecturer / Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Magic | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Opening Day | City Treasurer Benchley | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | An Evening Alone | Joe Doakes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | How to Figure Income Tax | Joe Doakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | How to Start the Day | Lecturer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Broadway Melody of 1938 | Duffy | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Romance of Digestion | Joe Doakes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Be a Detective | Mr. Benchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Vote | Mr. Robert Benchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Piccadilly Jim | Bill Macon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Train a Dog | Lecturer / Dog Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | How to Behave | Mr. Benchley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | How to Sleep | Host / Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | China Seas | Charlie McCaleb | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Dancing Lady | Ward King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Rafter Romance | Hubbell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Headline Shooter | Radio Announcer | Average | Similar → |
Robert Benchley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Benchley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Benchley is "Showbiz Goes to War" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Robert Benchley acted in?
Robert Benchley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Benchley?
Other notable films include "The Forgotten Man", "Walt Disney's Fables - Vol.6", and "The Romance of Digestion".