
Don Shelton
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Don Shelton was born on September 20, 1912 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. He was an actor, known for Them! (1954), Red, Hot and Blue (1949) and Mystery Street (1950). He was married to Mary Bear. He died on June 19, 1976 in Los Angeles County, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Don Shelton 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: Drama
The majority of Don Shelton's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 47% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Don Shelton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Somebody Up There Likes Me, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Don Shelton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Don Shelton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Don Shelton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | High School Hellcats | Roger Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bullwhip | Hotel Keeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Invasion of the Saucer-Men | City Attorney Hayden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Dragstrip Girl | Sam Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Somebody Up There Likes Me | Captain at Court Martial (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hilda Crane | Mr. Jensen - Caterer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | TV Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Them! | Trooper Capt. Fred Edwards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Command | Maj. Gibbs | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Submarine Command | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Two Dollar Bettor | George Irwin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mystery Street | A District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Red, Hot and Blue | Hamlet | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias Nick Beal | Banker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | You Gotta Stay Happy | Minister (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Don Shelton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Don Shelton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Shelton is "Somebody Up There Likes Me" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Don Shelton acted in?
Don Shelton has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Don Shelton?
Other notable films include "Hilda Crane", "A Star Is Born", and "Them!".




