Robert Totten - Actor Profile

Robert Totten

Directing
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
2Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 5, 1937
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Robert Totten

Robert Charles Totten (February 5, 1937 – January 27, 1995) was an American television director, writer, and actor, best known for directing many Gunsmoke episodes between 1966 and 1971. In addition to directing, Totten also co-starred in Gunsmoke playing the role of Corley, opposite of Nehemiah Persoff, in the 1969 episode "The Mark of Cain,". And among others, as the childhood friend of Festus, in self-titled episode, "Cleavus". As director, writer, and actor, Totten is a member all three guilds; the Directors Guild of America, the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild.

Robert Totten Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Robert Totten reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Robert Totten's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Robert Totten'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 Cutter's Trail, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Robert Totten Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie Robert Totten has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1970 Cutter's Trail Thatcher Super Hit Similar →
1964 Youngblood Hawke Loading Man (uncredited) Average Similar →

Robert Totten - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Totten?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Totten is "Cutter's Trail" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Robert Totten acted in?

Robert Totten has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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