Benito Stefanelli
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Benito Stefanelli (2 September 1928 – 18 December 1999) was an Italian film actor, stuntman and weapons master who made over 60 appearances in film between 1955 and 1991.
Benito Stefanelli Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Benito Stefanelli 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 Benito Stefanelli's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Benito Stefanelli'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 Good, the Bad and the Ugly, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Benito Stefanelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Benito Stefanelli's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Benito Stefanelli has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | The Pit and the Pendulum | Executioner | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Phantom of Death | Man in Restroom (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cobra Verde | Pedro Vicente | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Barbarians | Greyshaft | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Warbus | Debrard (as Steve Eliot) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Ladyhawke | Bishop's Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Payoff | Improta | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Closed Circuit | Rick (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Hit Squad | Lawyer Gorniani | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Crimebusters | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Cop in Blue Jeans | Shelley's Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | A Genius, Two Friends, and an Idiot | Mortimer | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Violent Rome | Supermarket Robber #1 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | White Fang to the Rescue | Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | My Name Is Nobody | Porteley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Reason to Live, a Reason to Die | Samuel Piggott | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | So Sweet, So Dead | Lilly's husband | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duck, You Sucker | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Trinity Is Still My Name | Stingary Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Story of Romance and Knife | Alfredo Di Lorenzo | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Night of the Serpent | Pancho | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Price of Power | Sheriff Jefferson | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Cemetery Without Crosses | Ben Caine (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Sky Full of Stars for a Roof | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Gunman Sent by God | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die | Telegraph operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Day of Anger | Owen White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Kill the Wicked! | Mexican Bandit (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Gentleman Killer | Larry | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Wanted | Billy Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Big Gundown | Jess | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Hellbenders | Slim (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Good, the Bad and the Ugly | Member of Angel Eyes' Gang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Fort Yuma Gold | Juko | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Ypotron: Final Countdown | Il sicario Dwan | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Dollars for a Fast Gun | Donovan, Foreman | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Upper Hand | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | For a Few Dollars More | Luke 'Hughie' | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Blood for a Silver Dollar | James | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Revenge of The Gladiators | Gladiator Ardenzio | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Fistful of Dollars | Rubio | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Massacre At Grand Canyon | un uomo di Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Castle of Blood | William Blackwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Rocambole | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | A Queen for Caesar | Commerciante #2 (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Avenger | Niso | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Slave | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Messalina | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Terror of the Red Mask | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Sheriff | Fulton | Super Hit | Similar → |
Benito Stefanelli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Benito Stefanelli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Benito Stefanelli is "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Benito Stefanelli acted in?
Benito Stefanelli has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Benito Stefanelli?
Other notable films include "For a Few Dollars More", "The Sheriff", and "A Fistful of Dollars".