
Jim Bannon
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jim Bannon (April 9, 1911 - July 28, 1984) was an actor in radio and Hollywood western films during the 1940s and 1950s. He is best remembered as the fourth cinema Red Ryder from 1949 - 1950. He appeared in numerous western television series, including the 1958 episode "Attack" of Richard Carlson's Mackenzie's Raiders. Bannon was also the first husband of American actor and comedian Bea Benaderet. Their son, Jack Bannon, was a regular on the CBS drama series, Lou Grant, starring Ed Asner. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jim Bannon, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jim Bannon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jim Bannon reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jim Bannon's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 53% of Jim Bannon'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 Ride, Ryder, Ride!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jim Bannon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jim Bannon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jim Bannon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Good Neighbor Sam | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man's Favorite Sport? | Forest Ranger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Gathering of Eagles | Col. Morse | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | They Came to Cordura | Capt. Paltz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Time at All | Mike Trace | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Chicago Confidential | Pilot (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | War Arrow | Capt. Roger Corwin (as James Bannon) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Farnsworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Jesse James Raid | Bob Ford | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Phantom from Space | Police Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rodeo | Bat Gorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lawless Cowboys | Jim Bannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Unknown World | Andrew "Andy" Ostergaard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Stagecoach Driver | Jim Bannon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Texas Rangers | Jeff Barton - Outlaw (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Nevada Badmen | Jim Bannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Canyon Raiders | Jim Bannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Wanted: Dead or Alive | U. S. Marshal Jim Bannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Ridin' the Outlaw Trail | Ace Donley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sierra Passage | Jud Yorke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Jiggs and Maggie Out West | 'Snake-Bite' Carter (as Jim 'Red' Bannon) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cowboy and the Prizefighter | Red Ryder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fighting Redhead | Red Ryder | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Roll, Thunder, Roll! | Red Ryder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Daughter of the Jungle | Kenneth Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Ride, Ryder, Ride! | Red Ryder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Frontier Revenge | Henchman Brant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Miraculous Journey | Nick Travelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trail to Laredo | Dan Parks | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Man from Colorado | Nagel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Dangers of the Canadian Mounted | Sgt. Chris Royal, RCMP | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | T-Men | Agent Lindsay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Det. Lt. Mark Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | Jack Woodworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Thirteenth Hour | Jerry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Johnny O'Clock | Chuck Blayden | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Jack Packard | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Renegades | Cash Dembrow | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Devil's Mask | Jack Packard | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Out of the Depths | Capt. Faversham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Gay Senorita | Phil Dolan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Mystery | Jack Packard | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Tonight and Every Night | Life Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Missing Juror | Joe Keats | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sergeant Mike | Lt. Patrick Henry | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | It's Murder | Tom Blair | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Soul of a Monster | Dr. Roger Vance | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Married Adventure | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Confederate Honey | Various (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jim Bannon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jim Bannon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jim Bannon is "Ride, Ryder, Ride!" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jim Bannon acted in?
Jim Bannon has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jim Bannon?
Other notable films include "Ridin' the Outlaw Trail", "Lawless Cowboys", and "Wanted: Dead or Alive".




