Bob Burns
ActingAbout Bob Burns
He is known for his work on Sagebrush Trail (1933), Blind Chance (1920) and A Sagebrush Gentleman (1920). He was married to Julia Bearcroft. He died on March 14, 1957 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Bob Burns Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bob Burns reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bob Burns's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Bob Burns'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 Quicksands, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bob Burns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bob Burns's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bob Burns has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Darling, How Could You! | Cabbie (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Worth | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Along the Great Divide | Juror (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | In Old Amarillo | Rancher (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset in the West | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Last Bandit | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Legion | Barfly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Night Train to Memphis | Farmer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sun Valley Cyclone | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pistol Packin' Nitwits | Townsman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hangover Square | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Wagon Tracks West | Rancher (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Prairie Pals | Deputy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Call of the Canyon | Rancher (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man from Cheyenne | Rancher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Red River Valley | Townsman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | All That Money Can Buy | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Robbers of the Range | Juror #2 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ridin' the Cherokee Trail | Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Prairie Schooners | Jim Gibbs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Triple Justice | Banker Clem Patterson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Deadwood Dick | Tom Steele | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Marshal Of Mesa City | Jim (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Timber Stampede | Sheriff Lyman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Land of Liberty | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Western Trails | Dan 'Dad' Mason | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blazing Sixes | Mike - Stage Driver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Trailin' West | Gambler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | King of the Arena | Townsman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Gallant Fool | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | West of Cheyenne | Bearded Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Lone Rider | Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Vanishing West | Robert Lee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Texas Tornado | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Bronc Stomper | Rodeo Manager | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Little Buckaroo | Sheriff Al Durking | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Cherokee Kid | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Skedaddle Gold | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Two-Gun of the Tumbleweed | The Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Melting Millions | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Long Loop on the Pecos | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Just Travelin' | Bob Speed | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Where the Worst Begins | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Outlaw's Daughter | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Reno or Bust | Bob | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Girl from Beyond | Dick Stewart | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Little Yank | Lieut. James Castleton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Forest Thieves | Ranger McWhorton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Quicksands | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | A Bit of Blue Ribbon | Steve | Hit | Similar → |
Bob Burns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bob Burns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bob Burns is "The Quicksands" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bob Burns acted in?
Bob Burns has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bob Burns?
Other notable films include "The Girl from Beyond", "Pistol Packin' Nitwits", and "Texas Tornado".