Richard Crane
ActingAbout Richard Crane
Richard Ollie Crane (June 6, 1918–March 9, 1969) was a veteran character actor whose career spanned three decades in films and television. His early career included many uncredited performances in feature films made in the 1940s. He may be best-remembered for his portrayal of the title role in the TV science fiction series Rocky Jones, Space Ranger, which ran for two seasons starting in 1954. Crane died of a heart attack at the age of 50. He is buried in Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery.
Richard Crane Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Crane reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Crane's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Richard Crane'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 Meet the Wildcat, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Crane Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Crane's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Crane has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Boy Who Caught a Crook | Connors | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Devil's Partner | David Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Battle Flame | Dr. Bill Stoddard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Alligator People | Paul Webster | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Please Don't Touch Me! | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Time at All | Alvy Webber | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Deep Six | Lieutenant j.g. Swanson | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bailout at 43,000 | Captain Jack Nolan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | No Man's Woman | Dick Sawyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bobby Ware Is Missing | Police Car Deputy in Car #12 (as Dick Crane) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Day is Done | Pvt. Archer | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Eternal Sea | Lt. Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Silver Needle in the Sky | Rocky Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Beyond the Moon | Rocky Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Adventures of Captain Kidd | Richard Dale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Woman They Almost Lynched | Yankee Lieutenant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Winning of the West | Jack Autry | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Thundering Caravans | Deputy Dan Reed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Leadville Gunslinger | Jim Blanchard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Man in the Saddle | Juke Vird | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mysterious Island | Capt. Cyrus Harding | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Last Outpost | McReady (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Lady Without Passport | Lt. Maxon, Navy Flyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Angel on the Amazon | Johnny MacMahon | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Triple Threat | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Waterfront at Midnight | Denny Hanrohan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Campus Honeymoon | Robert Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Johnny Comes Flying Home | Johnny Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Behind Green Lights | Johnny Williams, Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Marine Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Patrolling the Ether | Phillip | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | None Shall Escape | Willie Grimm as a Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Riders of the Deadline | Tim Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Cry 'Havoc' | Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Happy Land | Rusty Marsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Leading Torpedo Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | So Proudly We Hail | Georgie Larson (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Someone to Remember | Paul Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Is the Army | Sergeant on Field March (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | For God and Country | Medical Orderly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dr. Gillespie's Criminal Case | Sailor at Dance (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Phantom Plainsmen | Tad Marvin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Griffith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Time for Keeps | Eustace Andrews | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Keep 'Em Flying | Cadet Stevens (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | In the Navy | Office Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Keeping Company | Eddie Lane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Meet the Wildcat | Bill--Office Worker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | We Who Are Young | Savoy-Carlton Bellboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Susan and God | Bob | Hit | Similar → |
Richard Crane - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Crane?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Crane is "Meet the Wildcat" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Crane acted in?
Richard Crane has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Crane?
Other notable films include "Triple Threat", "This Time for Keeps", and "No Time at All".