Anthony Dexter
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Anthony John "Tony" Dexter (19 January 1913 — 27 March 2001) was an American actor known for his resemblance of Rudolph Valentino, whom he portayed in the 1951 biographic Valentino. Dexter sometimes used the pseudonym Walter Craig. He was known for portraying many real-life characters such as Captain John Smith, Captain William Kidd, Billy the Kid and Christopher Columbus. Description above from the Wikipedia article Anthony Dexter, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Anthony Dexter Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Anthony Dexter reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Anthony Dexter's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Anthony Dexter'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 He Laughed Last, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Anthony Dexter Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anthony Dexter's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Anthony Dexter has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Thoroughly Modern Millie | Juarez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Saturday Night Bath in Apple Valley | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Married Too Young | Lech | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Three Blondes In His Life | Charlie Walsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Phantom Planet | Herron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | 12 to the Moon | Dr. Luis Vargas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Story of Mankind | Christopher Columbus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Parson and the Outlaw | Billy the Kid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | He Laughed Last | Dominic Rodríguez | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Fire Maidens of Outer Space | Luther Blair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Pirates | Captain Zargo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Captain Kidd and the Slave Girl | Capt. William Kidd | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Captain John Smith and Pocahontas | Capt. John Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Brigand | Captain Carlos Delargo / King Lorenzo | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Valentino | Rudolph Valentino | Flop | Similar → |
Anthony Dexter - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anthony Dexter?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anthony Dexter is "He Laughed Last" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Anthony Dexter acted in?
Anthony Dexter has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anthony Dexter?
Other notable films include "Thoroughly Modern Millie", "Saturday Night Bath in Apple Valley", and "The Brigand".