Arthur Hunnicutt
ActingAbout Arthur Hunnicutt
Arthur Lee Hunnicutt (February 17, 1910 – September 26, 1979) was an American actor known for his portrayal of wise, grizzled, and old rural characters. He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in The Big Sky (1952). He was also known for his role in the Western television series Sugarfoot (1957–1961).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Arthur Hunnicutt reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Arthur Hunnicutt's filmography leans towards the Western 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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Arthur Hunnicutt remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mrs. Sundance, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Arthur Hunnicutt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Arthur Hunnicutt's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Arthur Hunnicutt.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Winterhawk | McClusky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Moonrunners | Uncle Jesse Hagg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Daughters of Joshua Cabe Return | Miner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Harry and Tonto | Wade Carlton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Spikes Gang | Kid White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Mrs. Sundance | Walt Putney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Bounty Man | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Revengers | Free State | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Trackers | Ben Vogel | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Shoot Out | Homer Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Million Dollar Duck | Mr. Purdham | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Adventures of Bullwhip Griffin | Referee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | El Dorado | Bull Harris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Apache Uprising | Bill Gibson | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Cat Ballou | Butch Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Kilroy | Seth Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Tiger Walks | Frank Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Cardinal | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Born Reckless | Cool Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tall T | Ed Rintoon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Kettles in the Ozarks | Sedgewick Kettle | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Last Command | Davy Crockett | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | She Couldn't Say No | Odie Chalmers | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The French Line | 'Waco' Mosby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Devil's Canyon | Frank Taggert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Split Second | Asa Tremaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Lusty Men | Booker Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Big Sky | Zeb Calloway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Distant Drums | Monk | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Passage West | Pop Brennan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Bill Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Sugarfoot | Fly-Up-the-Creek Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Two Flags West | Sgt. Pickens | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Furies | Cowhand (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Broken Arrow | Milt Duffield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Ticket to Tomahawk | Sad Eyes | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stars in My Crown | Chloroform Wiggins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Border Incident | Clayton Nordell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Pinky | Police Chief Anderson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Great Dan Patch | Chet Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Lust for Gold | Ludi | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Murder, He Says | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Abroad with Two Yanks | Arkie | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Riding West | Prof. Arkansas Higgins (as Arthur 'Arkansas' Hunnicutt) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Chance of a Lifetime | Elwood "Tex" Stewart (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Tramp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Robin Hood of the Range | Arkansas (as Arthur 'Arkansas' Hunnicutt) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fall In | Luke Hatfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Silver Queen | Newspaper Publisher Brett | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wildcat | 'Watchfob' Jones | Flop | Similar → |
Arthur Hunnicutt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Arthur Hunnicutt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Arthur Hunnicutt is "Mrs. Sundance" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Arthur Hunnicutt acted in?
Arthur Hunnicutt has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Arthur Hunnicutt?
Other notable films include "El Dorado", "The Furies", and "Harry and Tonto".