Ted Mapes
CrewTed Mapes Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ted Mapes reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ted Mapes's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Ted Mapes'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 The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ted Mapes Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ted Mapes's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ted Mapes has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Hello, Dolly! | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Rare Breed | Liveryman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | Trooper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A New Kind of Love | Floorwalker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Highpockets (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Two Rode Together | Settler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The FBI Story | FBI Agent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bell, Book and Candle | Gillian's Customer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Man from God's Country | Barfly (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night Passage | Leary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Désirée | Court Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Far Country | Deputy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Vigilante Terror | Wells Fargo Stagecoach Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Topeka | Henchman Cully | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Thunder Bay | Oil Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Broken Arrow | Mail Rider (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Winchester '73 | Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Gunfighter | Pete's Pal (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blondie's Hero | Fruit Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Riders of the Whistling Pines | Logger (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Black Eagle | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Black Widow | Slade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Frontier Feud | Slade Burnett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Monster and the Ape | Joe Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Law Men | Curly Balou, Stage Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | King of the Cowboys | Parade Rider / Show Spectator | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Outlaw | Deputy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Secret Code | Nazi Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Texas Trouble Shooters | Henchman Slim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset on the Desert | Henchman Deputy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man from Cheyenne | Tall Cowhand at Dance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Thunder River Feud | Buck, thug in white vest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Red River Valley | Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Soldier in Trench (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Iron Claw | Henchman Slim | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Lady from Louisiana | Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Robin Hood of the Pecos | Army Sentry (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Constable Palmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Under Texas Skies | Deputy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | King of the Royal Mounted | Blake - Gang Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ranger and the Lady | Henchman Kramer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Stage Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Zorro's Fighting Legion | Tall Henchman in Armory | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Arizona Kid | McBride Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Monterey | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wall Street Cowboy | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Caliente | Tall Lead Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Texas Steers | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | Settler | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Timber War | Logger (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Ted Mapes - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ted Mapes?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ted Mapes is "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Ted Mapes acted in?
Ted Mapes has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ted Mapes?
Other notable films include "Red River Valley", "Man from Cheyenne", and "Winchester '73".