John 'Dusty' King
ActingJohn 'Dusty' King Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John 'Dusty' King reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 47 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John 'Dusty' King's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of John 'Dusty' King'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 Squadron of Doom, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John 'Dusty' King Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John 'Dusty' King's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John 'Dusty' King has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Squadron of Doom | Ace Drummond | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Renegade Girl | Corporal Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Haunted Ranch | Dusty King posing as Hank Travers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Two Fisted Justice | 'Dusty' King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Trail Riders | Dusty King | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Texas to Bataan | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Arizona Stage Coach | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Texas Trouble Shooters | Dusty King | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Boot Hill Bandits | 'Dusty' King | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rock River Renegades | Dusty King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Law of the Jungle | Larry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Thunder River Feud | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Underground Rustlers | Dusty King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tonto Basin Outlaws | 'Dusty' King | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Saddle Mountain Roundup | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Fugitive Valley | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Wrangler's Roost | Dusty King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tumbledown Ranch In Arizona | John King (prologue) & 'Dusty' King (flashback) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Kid's Last Ride | Dusty King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Trail of the Silver Spurs | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | West of Pinto Basin | Dusty King | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Trailing Double Trouble | John 'Dusty' King | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Range Busters | 'Dusty' King | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Blame It on Love | Jeff Wadsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Half a Sinner | Larry Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Midnight Limited | Val Lennon | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gentleman from Arizona | Pokey Sanders (as John King) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation | Howard Stevens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hardys Ride High | Phil Westcott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Inside Story | Paul Randall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Three Musketeers | Aramis | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Charlie Chan in Honolulu | Randolph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sharpshooters | Prince Alexis (as John King) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Breaking the Ice | Henry Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | State Police | Sgt. Dan Prescott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Crime of Doctor Hallet | Dr. Phillip Saunders | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Merry Go Round of 1938 | Tony Townsend (as John King) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Road Back | Ernst | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Smart Girls | Bill Evans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ace Drummond | Ace Drummond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Postal Inspector | Ralph (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crash Donovan | Johnny Allen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sutter's Gold | Alvarado Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dangerous Waters | Singing Sailor | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Adventures of Frank Merriwell | Bruce Browning (as John King) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 3 Kids and a Queen | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stolen Harmony | Fagin in Skit (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
John 'Dusty' King - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John 'Dusty' King?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John 'Dusty' King is "Squadron of Doom" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John 'Dusty' King acted in?
John 'Dusty' King has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John 'Dusty' King?
Other notable films include "The Crime of Doctor Hallet", "Tonto Basin Outlaws", and "The Gentleman from Arizona".