Robert Livingston
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Robert Livingston (December 9, 1904 – March 7, 1988) was an American film actor. He appeared in 135 films between 1921 and 1975. Often billed as "Bob Livingston," he was the original "Stony Brooke" in the "Three Mesquiteers" Western B-movie series, a role later played by John Wayne for eight films. He also portrayed the Lone Ranger in a mysterious 1939 serial directed by William Witney and co-starring Chief Thundercloud as Tonto, most of which is currently believed to be lost. Livingston was born in Quincy, Illinois and died in Tarzana, California from emphysema. He was buried in Glendale's Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Description above from the Wikipedia article Robert Livingston (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Livingston 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: Western
The majority of Robert Livingston's filmography leans towards the Western 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Livingston remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Once Upon a Horse..., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Livingston Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Livingston's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Livingston.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Once Upon a Horse... | Bob Livingston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Winning of the West | Art Selby | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Night Stage to Galveston | Adjutant General Slayden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Saddle Legion | Regan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Law of the Badlands | Durkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Riders in the Sky | 'Rock' McCleary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Feathered Serpent | John Stanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Grand Canyon Trail | Bill Regan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Daredevils of the Clouds | Terry O'Rourke | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Valley of the Zombies | Dr. Terrance 'Terry' Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dakota | Lieutenant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Cheaters | Stephen Bates | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Bells of Rosarita | Bob Livingston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Big Bonanza | Sam Ballou | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Raiders of Red Gap | Rocky Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Wolves of the Range | Rocky Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Black Raven | Allen Bentley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Death Rides the Plains | Rocky Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Wild Horse Rustlers | Tom Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland Stagecoach | Tom Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | The Lone Ranger / Bill Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Federal Man-Hunt | Bill Hasford | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Heroes of the Hills | Stony Brooke | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Outlaws of Sonora | Stony Brooke / Dude Brannen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Heart of the Rockies | Stony Brooke | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Come on, Cowboys | Stony Brooke | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hit the Saddle | Stony Brooke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Larceny on the Air | Dr. Lawrence Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Riders of the Whistling Skull | Stony Brooke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Roarin' Lead | Stony Brooke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Bold Caballero | Don Diego Vega / Zorro | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Vigilantes Are Coming | Don Loring / The Eagle | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Women Are Trouble | Hotel Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Speed | George Saunders | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Absolute Quiet | Co-Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Small Town Girl | Wedding Celebrant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Godfathers | Frank Benson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Thrill for Thelma | Steve Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mutiny on the Bounty | Lieutenant Young (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | West Point of the Air | Pippinger | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Buried Loot | Bob (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Band Plays On | Bob Stone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death on the Diamond | Frank Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Night World | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dance, Fools, Dance | Jack (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hot Curves | Baseball Player | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Wings | Recruit in Examination Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Special Delivery | Postal Ball Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Casey at the Bat | Male Chorus Member, Sextette Number (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Old Ironsides | Seaman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Robert Livingston - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Livingston?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Livingston is "Once Upon a Horse..." with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Robert Livingston acted in?
Robert Livingston has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Livingston?
Other notable films include "The Band Plays On", "Mutiny on the Bounty", and "Wings".