Ken Clayton - Actor Profile

Ken Clayton

Acting
Updated: May 19, 2026
6Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated

About Ken Clayton

Ken Clayton (1926-2015) was the stage name of St. Louis native, Kenneth Ittner. A graduate of Washington University, Clayton had a number of bit parts in movies and appeared in a "Celebrity Playhouse" drama on television. Ken was a veteran of the Koran conflict where he was a radio announcer for the US Armed Services. In Ken's later years he continued in both movies and television as an "extra". He was regularly seen on TV in Dynasty, Dallas and Knots Landing and many commercials. He spent his final years in a care facility, suffering with Alzheimer's disease, before he passed away in 2015. Reply

Ken Clayton Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ken Clayton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Ken Clayton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 17% of Ken Clayton'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 Tora! Tora! Tora!, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ken Clayton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken Clayton's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ken Clayton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1978 The Swarm Dr. Moore (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1972 Melinda Nightclub Patron (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1970 Tora! Tora! Tora! Official (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1968 Live a Little, Love a Little Party Guest (uncredited) Average Similar →
1959 The Cosmic Man Master Sergeant Flop Similar →
1958 Lost, Lonely and Vicious Johnnie Dennis Flop Similar →

Ken Clayton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken Clayton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Clayton is "Tora! Tora! Tora!" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Ken Clayton acted in?

Ken Clayton has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken Clayton?

Other notable films include "Live a Little, Love a Little", "Lost, Lonely and Vicious", and "The Swarm".

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