Anthony Ross
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Anthony Ross (February 23, 1909 – October 26, 1955) was a Broadway stage, television and film actor. Born in New York City, he may be best remembered for being the first to play the character of "the Gentleman Caller" in the original 1944 production of Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie. Ross appeared in 20th Century Fox films including Kiss of Death (1947) and The Gunfighter (1950); in the Nicholas Ray-directed film noir, On Dangerous Ground (1952), and in the popular serial Mysterious Island (1951). He appeared in many television productions, including the 1954 CBS series The Telltale Clue in which he starred as police Captain Richard Hale. Ross died at age 46 of a heart attack in 1955. Description above from the Wikipedia article Anthony Ross, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Anthony Ross Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Anthony Ross reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Anthony Ross's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Anthony Ross'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 Gunfighter, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Anthony Ross Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anthony Ross's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Anthony Ross has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | The Country Girl | Philip Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rogue Cop | Father Ahearn | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Taxi | Mr. Alexander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Girls in the Night | Charlie Haynes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | On Dangerous Ground | Pete Santos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Flying Missile | Adm. Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Between Midnight and Dawn | Police Lt. Masterson | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Skipper Surprised His Wife | Joe Rossini | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Gunfighter | Deputy Charlie Norris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Perfect Strangers | Bob Fisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Vicious Years | Police Insp. Umberto Spezia | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Window | Detective Ross (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kiss of Death | 'Big Ed' Williams (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Boomerang! | Warren | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Winged Victory | Ross (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | At Home | Crawford's Agent | Flop | Similar → |
Anthony Ross - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anthony Ross?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anthony Ross is "The Gunfighter" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Anthony Ross acted in?
Anthony Ross has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anthony Ross?
Other notable films include "Kiss of Death", "Boomerang!", and "The Country Girl".