Russell Thorson
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Delos Russell Thorson (October 14, 1906 – July 6, 1982) was an American actor, perhaps best known for his co-starring role as Det. Lt. Otto Lindstrom in ABC's 1959-1962 hit crime drama, The Detectives Starring Robert Taylor.
Russell Thorson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Russell Thorson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Russell Thorson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Russell Thorson'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 Cocoon, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Russell Thorson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Russell Thorson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Russell Thorson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Walking Tall | Ferrin Meaks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Screaming Woman | Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Incident in San Francisco | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Night Slaves | Dr. Sanders | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Lassie - The Road Back | Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Learning Tree | Judge Cavanaugh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Stalking Moon | Ned | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Cocoon | Port Captain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Hang 'em High | Maddow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Plainsman | Marshal Hart (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | My Blood Runs Cold | Sheriff R. Seaton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Two on a Guillotine | Mr. Carmichael (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | 36 Hours | Gen. Allison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | It Happened at the World's Fair | Sheriff Garland (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Gunfighters of Abilene | Wilkinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Good Day for a Hanging | Harry Landers | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Want to Live! | San Quentin Sgt. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Tarawa Beachhead | Casey Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | When Hell Broke Loose | Col. Crandall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bitter Heritage | Sheriff Piets | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Run Silent, Run Deep | Submarine Crewman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gun Fever | Thomas Rand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Zero Hour! | Vancouver Flight Dispatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Undersea Girl | Cmdr. Watkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Half Human: The Story of the Abominable Snowman | Prof. Philip Osborne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Destination 60,000 | Dan Maddox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Johnny Concho | Sheriff (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Please Murder Me | The Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Double Dynamite | Internal Revenue Service Tailman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Easy Living | Hunk Edwards | Average | Similar → |
Russell Thorson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Russell Thorson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Russell Thorson is "Cocoon" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Russell Thorson acted in?
Russell Thorson has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Russell Thorson?
Other notable films include "36 Hours", "I Want to Live!", and "Run Silent, Run Deep".