Wendell Burton - Actor Profile

Wendell Burton

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
11Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 21, 1947
Birth Place: San Antonio, Texas, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wendell Burton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Wendell Burton'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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wendell Burton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Red Badge of Courage, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Wendell Burton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Wendell Burton's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7
The Red Badge of Courage (1974) movie poster
★6.7

The Red Badge of Courage — During the Civil War, a young man enthusiastically joins the Union army thirsting to find glory and honor, but his first

The Red Badge of Courage

1974•Drama
★6.0
Journey from Darkness (1975) movie poster
★6.0

Journey from Darkness — A brilliant blind student fights a seemingly hopeless battle to gain acceptance into medical school.

Journey from Darkness

1975•Drama
★6.0
The Gypsy Moths (1969) movie poster
★6.0

The Gypsy Moths — Three skydivers and their travelling thrill show barnstorm through a small midwestern town one Fourth of July weekend.

The Gypsy Moths

1969•Romance
★5.7
Heat (1986) movie poster
★5.7

Heat — Reynolds plays an ex-soldier-of-fortunish character in Vegas, taking "Chaperone" jobs, fighting with the mob, and trying

Heat

1986•Action
★5.7
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (1973) movie poster
★5.7

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown — You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown is a live-action musical comedy with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner, based on the cha

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

1973•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wendell Burton.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1986 Heat Osgood Average Similar →
1981 Peter and the Magic Seeds (voice) Flop Similar →
1975 Journey from Darkness Mike Average Similar →
1974 The Red Badge of Courage Pvt. Wilson Hit Similar →
1974 Goodnight Jackie Robbie Flop Similar →
1973 You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown Charlie Brown Average Similar →
1973 Go Ask Alice Joel Clements Average Similar →
1971 Murder Once Removed Fred Kramer Flop Similar →
1971 Fortune and Men's Eyes Smitty Flop Similar →
1969 The Sterile Cuckoo Jerry Payne Flop Similar →
1969 The Gypsy Moths Man in Strip Club Ordering a Drink (uncredited) Average Similar →

Wendell Burton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Wendell Burton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wendell Burton is "The Red Badge of Courage" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Wendell Burton acted in?

Wendell Burton has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Wendell Burton?

Other notable films include "Journey from Darkness", "The Gypsy Moths", and "Heat".