Robert Burton
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Robert Burton was an actor.
Robert Burton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Burton 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 Robert Burton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Robert Burton'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 Big Heat, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Burton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Burton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Burton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Billy Rose's Jumbo | Madison | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Mooncussers | E.P. Hallett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Birdman of Alcatraz | Sen. Ham Lewis (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Young Savages | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Ways from Sundown | Eavens | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gallant Hours | Roy Geiger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Wake Me When It's Over | Colonel Dowling | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Story on Page One | District Attorney Nordeau | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The 30 Foot Bride of Candy Rock | First General | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Compulsion | Charles Straus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Mardi Gras | Comdr. Tydings | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young Lions | Col. Mead (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Hard Man | Sheriff Hacker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | I Was a Teenage Frankenstein | Dr. Karlton | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | No Down Payment | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Domino Kid | Sheriff Travers | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Hired Gun | Nathan Conroy | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tall T | Tenvoorde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Maj. Albert Lambert - Lindbergh Sponsor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Brass Legend | Tom Gipson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Brave Men | W.L. Dietz | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Reprisal! | Jeb Cantrell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Rack | Col. Ira Hansen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Jubal | Dr. Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Ransom! | Sheriff Jake Kessing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Count Three and Pray | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Left Hand of God | Rev. Marvin | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Lay That Rifle Down | General Ballard | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Road to Denver | Pete | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Soldier of Fortune | Father Xavier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Man Called Peter | Mr. Peyton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Broken Lance | Mac Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Siege at Red River | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riot in Cell Block 11 | Guard Ambrose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Taza, Son of Cochise | General Crook | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | All the Brothers Were Valiant | Asa Whorten | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Big Heat | Det. Gus Burke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Inferno | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Latin Lovers | Mr. Cumberly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Fast Company | David Sandring | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Cry of the Hunted | Warden Keeley | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Girl Who Had Everything | John Ashmond | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Confidentially Connie | Dr. Willis Shoop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Above and Beyond | Gen. Samuel E. Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | McDill (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Sky Full of Moon | Customer | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Desperate Search | Wayne Langmuir | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Everything I Have Is Yours | Dr. Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Man and I | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fearless Fagan | Owen Gillman | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Burton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Burton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Burton is "The Big Heat" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Robert Burton acted in?
Robert Burton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Burton?
Other notable films include "Birdman of Alcatraz", "The Bad and the Beautiful", and "Ransom!".