Pat Buttram
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Maxwell Emmett "Pat" Buttram (June 19, 1915 – January 8, 1994) was an American actor, known for playing the sidekick of Gene Autry and for playing the character of Mr. Haney in the television series Green Acres. He had a distinctive voice which, in his own words, "... never quite made it through puberty". It has been described as sounding like a handful of gravel thrown in a Mix-Master"
Pat Buttram Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pat Buttram reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 44 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Pat Buttram's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 59% of Pat Buttram'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 The Blazing Sun, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pat Buttram Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pat Buttram's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pat Buttram has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | A Goofy Movie | Possum Park Emcee (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Jack L. Warner: The Last Mogul | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Back to the Future Part III | Saloon Old Timer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Return to Green Acres | Mr. Haney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Who Framed Roger Rabbit | Bullet #1 (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Good, the Bad and Huckleberry Hound | Red Eye the Bartender (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Choices | Pops | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Fox and the Hound: A Lesson in Caution | Chief (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Fox and the Hound | Chief (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | When the West Was Fun: A Western Reunion | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Angels' Brigade | Van Salesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The New Misadventures of Ichabod Crane | Washington (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Rescuers | Luke (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Disney's Greatest Dog Stars | Chief (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Joys | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Robin Hood | The Sheriff Of Nottingham - A Wolf (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Evil Roy Slade | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Gatling Gun | Tin Pot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Aristocats | Napoleon (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | I Sailed to Tahiti with an All Girl Crew | Blodgett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Sweet Ride | Texas Gambler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Sergeant Deadhead | The President | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Hanged Man | Otis Honeywell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Roustabout | Harry Carver | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Twilight of Honor | Cole Clinton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Wild in the Country | Mr. Longstreet (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Blue Canadian Rockies | 'Rawhide' Buttram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Old West | Panhandle Gibbs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wagon Team | Pat Buttram | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Barbed Wire | P.B. 'Buckeye' Buttram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Apache Country | Pat Buttram | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Valley of Fire | Breezie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hills of Utah | Dusty Cosgrove | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Silver Canyon | Pat | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Texans Never Cry | Ranger Pecos Bates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Gene Autry and the Mounties | Scat Russell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Blazing Sun | Mike | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Indian Territory | Shadrach Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Beyond the Purple Hills | Mike Rawley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mule Train | Smokey Argyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Riders in the Sky | 'Chuckwalla' | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Strawberry Roan | Hank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The National Barn Dance | Pat Buttram | Hit | Similar → |
Pat Buttram - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pat Buttram?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pat Buttram is "The Blazing Sun" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Pat Buttram acted in?
Pat Buttram has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pat Buttram?
Other notable films include "Valley of Fire", "Hills of Utah", and "Beyond the Purple Hills".