Russ Brown
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Russell Brown (May 30, 1892; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – October 19, 1964; Englewood, New Jersey) was an American Tony Award-winning actor of stage and film. Brown, a stage actor for decades, is best remembered by audiences as Captain Brackett in South Pacific (which he repeated in the movie version) and for his performances as 'Benny Van Buren' in the stage/film version of Damn Yankees in 1958, and the following year as park caretaker George Lemon in the classic courtroom drama, Anatomy of a Murder (1959). For his stage performance in "Damn Yankees!", he earned Broadway's Tony Award in 1956, as did actor Ray Walston, actress Gwen Verdon and her choreographer husband Bob Fosse, among others, all for the same Tony Award-winning musical.
Russ Brown Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Russ Brown reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Russ Brown's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 80% of Russ Brown'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 Air Parade, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Russ Brown Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Russ Brown's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Russ Brown has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Cardinal | Dr. Heller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Advise & Consent | Night Watchman Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Anatomy of a Murder | Deputy Sheriff George Lemon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | It Happened to Jane | Uncle Otis | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Damn Yankees | Benny Van Buren | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | South Pacific | Capt. J.M. Brackett, USN | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Millionaire Playboy | Mr. Bob Norman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Air Parade | Mr Brittlebottle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boy, Oh Boy | Jimmy Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sweet Surrender | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Love Captive | Larry Chapman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Let's Talk It Over | Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Moulin Rouge | Joe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Laugh or Two | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Russ Brown - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Russ Brown?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Russ Brown is "Air Parade" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Russ Brown acted in?
Russ Brown has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Russ Brown?
Other notable films include "Let's Talk It Over", "A Laugh or Two", and "Anatomy of a Murder".