
John Dehner
ActingAbout John Dehner
From Wikipedia John Dehner (November 23, 1915 - February 4, 1992) was an American actor in radio, television, and films. Between 1941 and 1988, he appeared in over 260 films and television programs. Prior to acting, Dehner had worked as an animator at Walt Disney Studios, and later became a radio disc jockey. He was also a professional pianist.
John Dehner Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Dehner 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 John Dehner's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of John Dehner'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 John Dehner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Dehner's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Dehner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Walt Disney Treasures - The Complete Goofy | Narrator (voice) (archive sound) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Right Stuff | Henry Luce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | California Gold Rush | Capt. John Sutter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Boys from Brazil | Henry Wheelock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Danger in Paradise | Barrett Fears | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Fun with Dick and Jane | Jane's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The New Daughters of Joshua Cabe | Warden Mannering | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Missiles of October | Former Secretary of State Dean Acheson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Honky Tonk | Brazos | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Support Your Local Gunfighter | Colonel Ames | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Something for a Lonely Man | Sam Ball | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Gallegher: The Mystery of Edward Sims | Jason Gore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Winchester '73 | High-Spade Johnny Dean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Lucille Ball Comedy Hour | Mr. Henderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Aquamania | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Litterbug | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Canadians | Frank Boone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Cast a Long Shadow | Chip Donahue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Sign of Zorro | Viceroy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Man of the West | Claude Tobin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Truth About Mother Goose | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Trooper Hook | Fred Sutliff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Revolt at Fort Laramie | Maj. Seth Bradner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Fastest Gun Alive | Taylor Swope | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Top Gun | Tom Quentin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Duel on the Mississippi | Jules Tulane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Scarlet Coat | Nathanael Greene | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Junction City | Emmett Sanderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lady in the Iron Mask | Count de Fourrier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Scaramouche | Doutreval | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Aladdin and His Lamp | Prince Bokra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hot Lead | Turk Thorne aka John H. Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Corky of Gasoline Alley | Jefferson Jay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Savage Raiders | Capt. Michael Craydon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Last of the Buccaneers | Sgt. Belchue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Texas Dynamo | Stanton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Horsemen of the Sierras | Duke Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bandits of El Dorado | Charles Bruton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Kazan | Henri Le Clerc | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | He Walked by Night | Assistant Bureau Chief (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | It's a Joke, Son! | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Out California Way | Rod Mason | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | O.S.S. | German Radar Captain (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | State Fair | Hog Contest Announcer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Christmas in Connecticut | State Trooper #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Twice Blessed | Contest Announcer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Corn Is Green | Miner in Bar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Norwegian Sailor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | Lieutenant Commander (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Reluctant Dragon | Baby Weems Storyboard Artist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
John Dehner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Dehner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Dehner is "Bandits of El Dorado" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Dehner acted in?
John Dehner has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Dehner?
Other notable films include "Fort Savage Raiders", "Aladdin and His Lamp", and "Gallegher: The Mystery of Edward Sims".




