Fred F. Sears
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Frederick Francis Sears (1913-1957) was an American film actor and director. Though a marginalized figure in 1950s cinema, he created 52 feature films in a number of genres for Columbia Pictures from 1949 to 1957, before his premature death at the age of 44. Description above from the Wikipedia article Fred F. Sears,licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Fred F. Sears Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fred F. Sears reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 48 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fred F. Sears's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 65% of Fred F. Sears'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 Bandits of El Dorado, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fred F. Sears Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fred F. Sears's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fred F. Sears has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | The Giant Claw | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Werewolf | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Flame of Calcutta | Opening Off-Screen Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Rough, Tough West | Pete Walker / Doctor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Brave Warrior | Opening Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Laramie Mountains | Major Markham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Kid from Amarillo | Jonathan Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Family Secret | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cyclone Fury | Captain Barham | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bonanza Town | Henry Hardison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Big Gusher | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Savage Raiders | Col. Sutter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | My True Story | E. H. Carlyle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Gasoline Alley | Smite (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Frontier Outpost | Major Copeland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Snitch in Time | Radio Announcer (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Counterspy Meets Scotland Yard | Peters | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | On the Isle of Samoa | Pilot (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Convicted | Fingerprint Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | David Harding, Counterspy | Peters | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Texas Dynamo | Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Renegades of the Sage | Lieutenant Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tokyo Joe | Medical Major (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bandits of El Dorado | Ranger Captain Richard Henley (as Fred Sears) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | South of Death Valley | Sam Ashton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Of St. Ives | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Blazing Trail | Luke Masters (as Fred Sears) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Johnny Allegro | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Laramie | Colonel Ron Dennison (as Fred Sears) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Home in San Antone | Rado Announcer Breezy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Slightly French | Cameraman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Shockproof | Clerk (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Smoky Mountain Melody | Mr. Crump | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rusty Leads the Way | Jack Coleman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Blade | Lawrence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Singin' Spurs | Mr. Hanson (as Fred Sears) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Man from Colorado | Veteran (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Fuller Brush Man | Bartender (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Whirlwind Raiders | Tracy Beaumont | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Adventures in Silverado | Hatfield (as Fred Sears) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blondie's Anniversary | Bert Dalton (as Fred Sears) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Had to Be You | Fireman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blondie in the Dough | Quinn (as Fred Sears) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Det. Dave Short (as Fred Sears) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Law of the Canyon | Dr. Middleton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blondie's Holiday | Gambler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Millie's Daughter | Escort Manager (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Blondie Knows Best | Man on Park Bench (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Fred F. Sears - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fred F. Sears?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fred F. Sears is "Bandits of El Dorado" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fred F. Sears acted in?
Fred F. Sears has been featured in at least 48 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fred F. Sears?
Other notable films include "Fort Savage Raiders", "Renegades of the Sage", and "Rusty Leads the Way".