Bobby Van
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bobby Van reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Bobby Van's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bobby Van remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in That's Dancing!, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bobby Van Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bobby Van's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bobby Van.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | That's Dancing! | From 'Small Town Girl' and 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Hustler of Muscle Beach | Emcee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Musical Comedy Tonight | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Burt Bacharach in Shangri-La | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Lion Roars Again | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Lost Horizon | Harry Lovett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Doomsday Machine | Danny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Lost Flight | Eddie Randolph | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Navy vs. the Night Monsters | Ens. Rutherford Chandler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Kiss Me Kate | "Gremio" | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Affairs of Dobie Gillis | Dobie Gillis | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Small Town Girl | Ludwig Schlemmer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Because You're Mine | Artie Pilcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Skirts Ahoy! | Bobby Van (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Bobby Van - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bobby Van?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bobby Van is "That's Dancing!" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Bobby Van acted in?
Bobby Van has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bobby Van?
Other notable films include "That's Entertainment, Part II", "Because You're Mine", and "Kiss Me Kate".