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Robert Riordan

Acting
Freshness: Jan 30, 2026
12Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 11, 1911
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Riordan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Robert Riordan'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Riordan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Manchurian Candidate, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert Riordan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Riordan's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
The Manchurian Candidate (1962) movie poster
★7.5

The Manchurian Candidate: Near the end of the Korean War, a platoon of U.S. soldiers is captured by communists and brainwashed. Following the war,

The Manchurian Candidate

1962•Thriller
★7.0
It Had to Be You (1947) movie poster
★7.0

It Had to Be You: A chronic runaway bride is haunted by her conscience, who becomes reality.

It Had to Be You

1947•Romance
★6.2
The Velvet Touch (1948) movie poster
★6.2

The Velvet Touch: After accidentally killing her lecherous producer, a famous actress tries to hide her guilt.

The Velvet Touch

1948•Drama
★6.0
That's My Man (1947) movie poster
★6.0

That's My Man: A poor young man is finally able to achieve his dream of running a horse at the track, but when he starts becoming succe

That's My Man

1947•Drama
★5.8
I'd Rather Be Rich (1964) movie poster
★5.8

I'd Rather Be Rich: An updated remake of It Started With Eve (1941). A young heiress is summoned to the bedside of her dying grandfather. Th

I'd Rather Be Rich

1964•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Riordan.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1968 The Destructors Congressman Flop Similar →
1964 I'd Rather Be Rich Director Average Similar →
1962 The Manchurian Candidate Benjamin K. Arthur Super Hit Similar →
1959 Arson for Hire Fire Chief Boswell Flop Similar →
1948 The Velvet Touch Mr. Putnam Average Similar →
1948 Smart Woman Burkette Flop Similar →
1948 To the Ends of the Earth Ship's Doctor (uncredited) Average Similar →
1947 It Had to Be You Businessman (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1947 Cass Timberlane Reverend Yarrow Average Similar →
1947 Jesse James Rides Again Walden Flop Similar →
1947 That's My Man Doctor Average Similar →
1947 Shoot to Kill Ed Carter Flop Similar →

Robert Riordan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Riordan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Riordan is "The Manchurian Candidate" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Robert Riordan acted in?

Robert Riordan has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Riordan?

Other notable films include "It Had to Be You", "The Velvet Touch", and "That's My Man".