Roy Rogers
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Roy Rogers, born Leonard Franklin Slye (November 5, 1911 – July 6, 1998), was an American singer and cowboy actor, as well as the namesake of the Roy Rogers Restaurants chain. He and his wife Dale Evans, his golden palomino, Trigger, and his German Shepherd dog, Bullet, were featured in more than 100 movies and The Roy Rogers Show. The show ran on radio for nine years before moving to television from 1951 through 1957. His productions usually featured a sidekick, often either Pat Brady, (who drove a Jeep called "Nellybelle"), Andy Devine, or the crotchety George "Gabby" Hayes. Rogers's nickname was "King of the Cowboys". Evans's nickname was "Queen of the West." Description above from the Wikipedia article Roy Rogers, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Roy Rogers 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 Roy Rogers'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Roy Rogers remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Roy Rogers Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roy Rogers's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roy Rogers.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Tammy Wynette: Legendary Performances | himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Holiday Greetings from 'The Ed Sullivan Show' | self | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Rootin' Tootin' Roundup | Self (voice) (archive sound) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | It's Showtime | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Mackintosh and T.J. | Mackintosh | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Dean Martin Christmas Show | Self (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Movie Orgy | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Alias Jesse James | Roy Rogers (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Music Land | Singer (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Son of Paleface | Roy Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | In Old Amarillo | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Heart of the Rockies | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Spoilers of the Plains | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset in the West | Roy Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Golden Stallion | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Down Dakota Way | Roy Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Far Frontier | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Night Time in Nevada | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Eyes of Texas | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Melody Time | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Pecos Bill | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Apache Rose | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Out California Way | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Heldorado | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Home in Oklahoma | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Roll on Texas Moon | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Song of Nevada | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hands Across the Border | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | King of the Cowboys | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Idaho | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Ridin' Down the Canyon | Roy Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset Serenade | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Romance on the Range | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset on the Desert | Roy Rogers / Bill Sloan | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man from Cheyenne | Roy Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Red River Valley | Roy Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheriff of Tombstone | Roy Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Colorado | Jerry Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Carson City Kid | The Carson City Kid's Brother | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Fletcher 'Fletch' McCloud | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Saga of Death Valley | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Arizona Kid | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Come On, Rangers | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Feud There Was | Peacemaker / Egghead (singing voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Under Western Stars | Roy Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Old Corral | Buck O'Keefe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Screen Snapshots (Series 16, No. 1) | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Song of the Saddle | Guitarist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Roy Rogers - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roy Rogers?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roy Rogers is "Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Roy Rogers acted in?
Roy Rogers has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roy Rogers?
Other notable films include "Tammy Wynette: Legendary Performances", "Red River Valley", and "The Dean Martin Christmas Show".