Yakima Canutt
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Yakima Canutt (November 29, 1895 – May 24, 1986), also known as Yak Canutt, was an American rodeo rider, actor, stuntman and action director. Description above from the Wikipedia article Yakima Canutt, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Yakima Canutt Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Yakima Canutt 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 Yakima Canutt's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Yakima Canutt'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 Vanishing Legion, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Yakima Canutt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Yakima Canutt's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Yakima Canutt has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ben-Hur: The Making of an Epic | Self - 2nd Unit Director (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Spy Smasher Returns | Armored Car Driver (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Rio Bravo | Gunman on Horse (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rocky Mountain | Trooper Ryan (USA) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Showdown | Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | For Whom the Bell Tolls | Young Cavalryman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Coney Island | Saloon Waiter in Brawl | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Calling Wild Bill Elliott | Militiaman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | King of the Cowboys | Wilson Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Spy Smasher | Armored Car Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Heart of the Rio Grande | Wranger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Great Train Robbery | Klefner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ranger and the Lady | Mack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Deadwood Dick | Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Townsman on Balcony | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ghost Valley Raiders | 1st Stage Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Calling Philo Vance | Sorrento Sailor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Zorro's Fighting Legion | Gold Shipment Trooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Renegade | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Ambulance Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wyoming Outlaw | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Night Riders | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stagecoach | Cavalry Scout / Indian Attacking Stagecoach (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Santa Fe Stampede | Ben Carey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Storm Over Bengal | Tribesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Heart of the Rockies | Charlie Coe | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Riders of the Whistling Skull | Otah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Bold Caballero | Murdered Peon / Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Black Coin | Ed McMahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Vigilantes Are Coming | Henchman Barsam [Ch. 1] | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Winds of the Wasteland | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | King of the Pecos | Pete | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Westward Ho | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Branded a Coward | 'The Cat' (original) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Cyclone of the Saddle | Snake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | West of the Divide | Hank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Sagebrush Trail | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Riders of Destiny | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Wolf Dog | Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Son of the Border | Yak | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Last Frontier | Wild Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Hurricane Express | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Shadow of the Eagle | Boyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Battling with Buffalo Bill | Scout Jack Brady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Lightning Warrior | Ken Davis [Ch. 3] / Deputy [Ch. 8] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Vanishing Legion | Yak | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Texan | Cowboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Rex the Devil Horse | Dave Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Fighting Stallion | Yak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Branded a Bandit | Jess Dean | Average | Similar → |
Yakima Canutt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Yakima Canutt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yakima Canutt is "The Vanishing Legion" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Yakima Canutt acted in?
Yakima Canutt has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Yakima Canutt?
Other notable films include "Son of the Border", "Spy Smasher Returns", and "Heart of the Rio Grande".