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).
Woody Strode Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Woody Strode reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Woody Strode's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Woody Strode'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 Brooba, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Woody Strode Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Woody Strode's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Woody Strode has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | On Fire | Woody | Super Hit | 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 | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Keoma | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Quest: The Longest Drive | Tucker | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Winterhawk | Big Rude | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | We Are No Angels | Black Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Key West | Candy Rhodes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Italian Connection | Frank Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Revengers | Job | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Black Rodeo | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Tarzan and the Perils of Charity Jones | Chaka | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Scipio the African | Massinissa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Breakout | Skip Manion | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Deserter | Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Unholy Four | Woody | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Boot Hill | Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Once Upon a Time in the West | Frank's Gunman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Shalako | Chato | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Professionals | Jake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | 7 Women | Lean Warrior | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Genghis Khan | Sengal | Average | 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 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | King of Ethiopia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Brooba | Native Chief | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Gambler from Natchez | Josh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Demetrius and the Gladiators | Gladiator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Royal African Rifles | Soldier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Androcles and the Lion | The Lion | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Caribbean | Esau | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | African Treasure | Mailman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lion Hunters | Walu | Average | 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) | Average | 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 "Brooba" with a rating of 10.0/10.
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 "Black Rodeo", "On Fire", and "The Royal African Rifles".