Russell Hayden
ActingAbout Russell Hayden
Date of Death: 9 June 1981, Palm Springs, California, USA (pneumonia) Russell Hayden was born on June 12, 1912 in Chico, California, USA as Pate Lucid. He was an actor and producer, known for Cowboy G-Men (1952), Lost City of the Jungle (1946) and Saddles and Sagebrush (1943). He was married to Lillian Porter and Jan Clayton.
Russell Hayden Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Russell Hayden reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Russell Hayden's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of Russell Hayden'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 Valley of Fire, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Russell Hayden Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Russell Hayden's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Russell Hayden has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Valley of Fire | Steve Guilford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Texans Never Cry | Steve Diamond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Fast on the Draw | Lucky Hayden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Everybody's Dancin' | Russell Hayden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Deputy Marshal | Bill Masters | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Sons of Adventure | Steve Malone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Albuquerque | Ted Wallace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Trail of the Mounties | Lucky Sanderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Where the North Begins | Lucky Sanderson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Seven Were Saved | Capt Jim Willis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | North of the Border | Bob Utah Neyes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lost City of the Jungle | Rod Stanton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Last Horseman | Lucky Rawlins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gambler's Choice | Mike McGlennon | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Wyoming Hurricane | Lucky Saunders | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Marshal of Gunsmoke | Tom Bailey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Vigilantes Ride | Lucky Saunders | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Silver City Raiders | Lucky Harlan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Frontier Law | Jim Warren | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Riders of the Northwest Mounted | Lucky Lawson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lone Prairie | Lucky Dawson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Legs | James Abercrombie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland to Deadwood | Lucky Chandler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bad Men of the Hills | Lucky Shelton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Riders of the Northland | Lucky Laidlaw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Down Rio Grande Way | 'Lucky' Haines | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lawless Plainsmen | 'Lucky' Bannon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | West of Tombstone | Lucky Barnet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Riders of the Badlands | Lucky Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Royal Mounted Patrol | Lucky Lawrence | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Wide Open Town | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Two in a Taxi | Jimmy Owens | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pirates on Horseback | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Border Vigilantes | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | In Old Colorado | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Three Men from Texas | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stagecoach War | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Showdown | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Knights of the Range | Renn Frayne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Santa Fe Marshal | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Range War | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heritage of the Desert | David Naab | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Silver on the Sage | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sunset Trail | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Mysterious Rider | Wils Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | In Old Mexico | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Pride of the West | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Texas Trail | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hopalong Rides Again | Lucky Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | North of the Rio Grande | Lucky Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
Russell Hayden - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Russell Hayden?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Russell Hayden is "Valley of Fire" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Russell Hayden acted in?
Russell Hayden has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Russell Hayden?
Other notable films include "Everybody's Dancin'", "Fast on the Draw", and "Down Rio Grande Way".