Nelson Leigh
ActingAbout Nelson Leigh
Nelson Leigh was born on January 1, 1905 in Mississippi, USA as Sydney Talbot Christie. He was an actor, known for Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957), World Without End (1956) and The Pilgrimage Play (1949). He died on July 3, 1985 in Hemet, California, USA.
Nelson Leigh Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nelson Leigh reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nelson Leigh's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Nelson Leigh'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 Drums of Tahiti, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nelson Leigh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nelson Leigh's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nelson Leigh has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Where Jesus Walked | Jesus (archive footage: The Pilgrimage Play) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Magick Lantern Cycle | Jesus Christ (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Silencers | Tung-Tze Agent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Scorpio Rising | Jesus Christ (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Gathering of Eagles | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Northcross, Ad Council Chairman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ocean's Eleven | Doctor / Specialist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Gallant Hours | Adm. Dan Callaghan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ma Barker's Killer Brood | George Barker | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Operation Petticoat | Admiral Koenig (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Vice Raid | Louise's Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Hangman | Col. Hammond (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Imitation of Life | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | God Is My Partner | Rev. William Goodwin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunfight at the O.K. Corral | Mayor Kelly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Book of Acts Series | Apostle Paul / Saul of Taurus | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Methodist Minister (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Strange Intruder | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hold Back The Night | Lt. Col. Toomey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The First Texan | Col. Hockley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Black Panther | Holy Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rebel Without a Cause | Desk Sergeant #1 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Matchmaking Marshal | Clyde Manson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Big House, U.S.A | Madden's FBI Supervisor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Outlaw's Daughter | Jim Dalton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Shield of Falworth | Archbishop at Myles' Knighting (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Drums of Tahiti | Minister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jesse James vs. the Daltons | Father Kerrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Texas Bad Man | Bradley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Alf Slade | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Savage Mutiny | Dr. Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Thief of Damascus | Ben Jammal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Living Bible | Jesus Christ | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hurricane Island | Padre | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Christmas Carol | Ghost of Christmas Past | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Adventures of Sir Galahad | King Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Barbary Pirate | Rindeff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Jolson Sings Again | Theater Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Life of St. Paul | St. Paul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Blade | D'Emery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Cornered | Dominion Official (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Winkle Goes to War | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | British Naval Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Guy Named Joe | Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Texas Masquerade | James Corwin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Lassie Come Home | Joe's Teacher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Naval Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sahara | British Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | First Comes Courage | Blake | Hit | Similar → |
Nelson Leigh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nelson Leigh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nelson Leigh is "Drums of Tahiti" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Nelson Leigh acted in?
Nelson Leigh has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nelson Leigh?
Other notable films include "The Book of Acts Series", "The Matchmaking Marshal", and "The Outlaw's Daughter".