Tex Holden
ActingTex Holden Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tex Holden reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tex Holden's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Tex Holden'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 Tex Holden Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tex Holden's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tex Holden has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Winchester '73 | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Plainsman | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Rare Breed | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lonely are the Brave | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Statehood Audience Member (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Two Rode Together | Settler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Ways from Sundown | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inherit the Wind | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Slowest Gun in the West | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The FBI Story | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Money, Women and Guns | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Forty Guns | Tex (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | 3:10 to Yuma | One-Legged Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunfight at the O.K. Corral | Cowboy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Drango | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Rack | Courtroom Spectator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | One-Legged Sailor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Harder They Fall | Usher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Tall Men | Miner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Apache Ambush | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tall Man Riding | Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | East of Eden | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Violent Men | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jesse James vs. the Daltons | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Conquest of Cochise | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Man in Church (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Carson City | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | High Noon | Barfly (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rancho Notorious | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Worth | Gunman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Frenchie | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Wagon Master | Settler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Baron of Arizona | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Nevadan | Minor Role (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | She Wore a Yellow Ribbon | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Miner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Tex Holden - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tex Holden?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tex Holden is "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Tex Holden acted in?
Tex Holden has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tex Holden?
Other notable films include "Inherit the Wind", "High Noon", and "East of Eden".