Yakima Canutt
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Yakima Canutt (November 29, 1895 – May 24, 1986), also known as Yak Canutt, was an American rodeo rider, actor, stuntman and action director. Description above from the Wikipedia article Yakima Canutt, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yakima Canutt 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: Western
The majority of Yakima Canutt's filmography leans towards the Western 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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yakima Canutt remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Vanishing Legion, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Yakima Canutt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Yakima Canutt's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yakima Canutt.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ben-Hur: The Making of an Epic | Self - 2nd Unit Director (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Spy Smasher Returns | Armored Car Driver (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Rio Bravo | Gunman on Horse (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rocky Mountain | Trooper Ryan (USA) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Showdown | Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | For Whom the Bell Tolls | Young Cavalryman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Coney Island | Saloon Waiter in Brawl | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Calling Wild Bill Elliott | Militiaman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | King of the Cowboys | Wilson Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Spy Smasher | Armored Car Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Heart of the Rio Grande | Wranger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Great Train Robbery | Klefner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ranger and the Lady | Mack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Deadwood Dick | Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Townsman on Balcony | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ghost Valley Raiders | 1st Stage Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Calling Philo Vance | Sorrento Sailor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Zorro's Fighting Legion | Gold Shipment Trooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Renegade | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Ambulance Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wyoming Outlaw | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Night Riders | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stagecoach | Cavalry Scout / Indian Attacking Stagecoach (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Santa Fe Stampede | Ben Carey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Storm Over Bengal | Tribesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Heart of the Rockies | Charlie Coe | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Riders of the Whistling Skull | Otah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Bold Caballero | Murdered Peon / Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Black Coin | Ed McMahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Vigilantes Are Coming | Henchman Barsam [Ch. 1] | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Winds of the Wasteland | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | King of the Pecos | Pete | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Westward Ho | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Branded a Coward | 'The Cat' (original) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Cyclone of the Saddle | Snake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | West of the Divide | Hank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Sagebrush Trail | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Riders of Destiny | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Wolf Dog | Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Son of the Border | Yak | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Last Frontier | Wild Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Hurricane Express | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Shadow of the Eagle | Boyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Battling with Buffalo Bill | Scout Jack Brady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Lightning Warrior | Ken Davis [Ch. 3] / Deputy [Ch. 8] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Vanishing Legion | Yak | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Texan | Cowboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Rex the Devil Horse | Dave Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Fighting Stallion | Yak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Branded a Bandit | Jess Dean | Average | Similar → |
Yakima Canutt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Yakima Canutt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yakima Canutt is "The Vanishing Legion" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Yakima Canutt acted in?
Yakima Canutt has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Yakima Canutt?
Other notable films include "Son of the Border", "Spy Smasher Returns", and "Heart of the Rio Grande".