Ted Hartley
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Theodore Ringwalt Hartley (November 6, 1924 – October 10, 2025) was an American U.S. Navy fighter pilot, investment banker, actor, film and stage producer and CEO of RKO Pictures. He was married to heiress, actress and philanthropist Dina Merrill until her death in 2017. His last acting credit was in 2012 and his last producing credit was in 2015.
Ted Hartley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ted Hartley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ted Hartley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Ted Hartley'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 High Plains Drifter, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ted Hartley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ted Hartley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ted Hartley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | A Late Quartet | Winning Bidder | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Race to Witch Mountain | Four-Star General V. Lewton | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Laura Smiles | Therapist | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Shade | 'Teddy' The Surgeon | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Mighty Joe Young | Society Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Milk & Money | Lingerie Salesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Player | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | False Identity | Inn Keeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Caddyshack II | Club Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Scruples | Herman Lingwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Wild Wild West Revisited | Tsar Nicholas of Russia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Matilda | Payne Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Ghost of Flight 401 | Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Amazing Howard Hughes | Attorney | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Fire on Kelly Mountain | Jumper Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | High Plains Drifter | Lewis Belding | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Man | Press Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Banyon | Sonny Arnheim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Ice Station Zebra | Lt. Jonathan Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Barefoot in the Park | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Murderers' Row | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Walk Don't Run | Yuri Andreyovitch | Hit | Similar → |
Ted Hartley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ted Hartley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ted Hartley is "High Plains Drifter" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Ted Hartley acted in?
Ted Hartley has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ted Hartley?
Other notable films include "The Player", "Barefoot in the Park", and "A Late Quartet".