Robert Walker
ActingAbout Robert Walker
Robert Walker (October 13, 1918 - August 28, 1951) was an American film actor. He is probably best known for his role as Bruno Anthony in Alfred Hitchcock's 1951 thriller Strangers on a Train.
Robert Walker Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Walker reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Robert Walker's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Robert Walker'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 Strangers on a Train, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Walker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Walker's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Walker has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Innocent Blood | Bruno (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Men Who Made the Movies: Vincente Minnelli | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Son John | John Jefferson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | Bruno Antony | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Vengeance Valley | Lee Strobie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Skipper Surprised His Wife | Cmdr. William J. Lattimer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Please Believe Me | Terence Keath | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mule Train | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | One Touch of Venus | Eddie Hatch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Own True Love | Charles Stone | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Song of Love | Johannes Brahms | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Brock Brewton | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Beginning or the End | Col. Jeff Nixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Till the Clouds Roll By | Jerome Kern | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Sailor Takes a Wife | John Hill | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | What Next, Corporal Hargrove? | Corporal Hargrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Her Highness and the Bellboy | Jimmy Dobson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Clock | Corporal Joe Allen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | David Thatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Since You Went Away | Corporal William G. 'Bill' Smollett II | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | See Here, Private Hargrove | Pvt. Marion Hargrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Madame Curie | David Le Gros | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Bataan | Leonard Purckett | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Today I Hang | Prison Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dancing Co-Ed | Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | These Glamour Girls | College Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Winter Carnival | Wes | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Aces and Eights | Croupier (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Walker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Walker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Walker is "Strangers on a Train" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Robert Walker acted in?
Robert Walker has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Walker?
Other notable films include "Madame Curie", "The Clock", and "One Touch of Venus".