Ben Carruthers
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Benito "Ben" F. Carruthers (14 August 1936, Illinois, USA - 27 September 1983, Los Angeles, California) was an American film actor, most notable for his role in John Cassavetes' debut feature film Shadows (1959). He later appeared in Robert Aldrich's The Dirty Dozen (1967) as Glenn Gilpin. His last film performance was in Man in the Wilderness (1971). Carruthers died of liver failure in 1983 at the age of 47. He stood 6' 1". His son was a drummer for a very short time in Megadeth. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ben Carruthers, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Ben Carruthers Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ben Carruthers reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ben Carruthers's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Ben Carruthers'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 To Grab the Ring, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ben Carruthers Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ben Carruthers's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ben Carruthers has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Universal Soldier | Jesse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Man in the Wilderness | Longbow | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Fearless Frank | The Cat | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Riot | "Surefoot" | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Lost Continent | Ricaldi | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | To Grab the Ring | Alfred Lowell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Dirty Dozen | Glenn Gilpin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Unknown Man of Shandigor | Manuel | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Man Without Papers | Roscoe Mortimer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Goldstein | Jay | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | A High Wind in Jamaica | Alberto | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Love 65 | Benito | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Scruggs | Ben Scruggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Lilith | Benito (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Guns of the Trees | Ben | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Shadows | Ben | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Beast of Budapest | Sentry (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ben Carruthers - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ben Carruthers?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ben Carruthers is "To Grab the Ring" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ben Carruthers acted in?
Ben Carruthers has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ben Carruthers?
Other notable films include "The Beast of Budapest", "The Dirty Dozen", and "Guns of the Trees".



