Woody Strode
ActingAbout Woody Strode
An athlete turned actor, Strode was a top-notch decathlete and a football star at UCLA. He became part of Hollywood lore after meeting director John Ford and becoming a part of the Ford "family," appearing in four Ford motion pictures. Strode also played the powerful gladiator who does battle with Kirk Douglas in Spartacus (1960).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Woody Strode reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Woody Strode's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Woody Strode remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Once Upon a Time in the West, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Woody Strode Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Woody Strode's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Woody Strode.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | The Quick and the Dead | Charlies Moonlight | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Posse | Storyteller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | A Gathering of Old Men | Yank | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Lust in the Dust | Blackman | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Cotton Club | Holmes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Black Stallion Returns | Meslar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Vigilante | Rake | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Kingdom of the Spiders | Walter Colby | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Oil | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Keoma | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Quest: The Longest Drive | Tucker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Winterhawk | Big Rude | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | We Are No Angels | Black Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Loaded Guns | Silvera | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Key West | Candy Rhodes | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Italian Connection | Frank Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Revengers | Job | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Scipio the African | Massinissa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Deserter | Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Unholy Four | Woody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Boot Hill | Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Che! | Guillermo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Once Upon a Time in the West | Frank's Gunman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Shalako | Chato | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Black Jesus | Maurice Lalubi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Professionals | Jake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | 7 Women | Lean Warrior | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Genghis Khan | Sengal | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tarzan's Three Challenges | Khan / Dying Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Pompey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Two Rode Together | Stone Calf | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Sins of Rachel Cade | Muwango | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Draba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sergeant Rutledge | 1st Sgt. Braxton Rutledge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Last Voyage | Hank Lawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pork Chop Hill | Pvt. Franklen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Buccaneer | Toro | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | King of Ethiopia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Gambler from Natchez | Josh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Demetrius and the Gladiators | Gladiator | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | City Beneath the Sea | Djion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Androcles and the Lion | The Lion | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Caribbean | Esau | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | African Treasure | Mailman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bride of the Gorilla | Nedo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lion Hunters | Walu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | No Time for Love | Black Sandhog (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Star Spangled Rhythm | Rochester's Chauffeur (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sundown | Tribal Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Woody Strode - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Woody Strode?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Woody Strode is "Once Upon a Time in the West" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Woody Strode acted in?
Woody Strode has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Woody Strode?
Other notable films include "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance", "The Ten Commandments", and "Spartacus".