7 Best Robert Ryan Movies

By Vlad Zakh · June 28, 2027

Drama intense

Robert Ryan brought a coiled, simmering intensity to American film, and his willingness to play deeply flawed, sometimes bigoted men gave his performances real, uncomfortable power.

The Iceman Cometh (1973) 01

The Iceman Cometh (1973)

IMDb ★ 7.2

A traveling salesman's visit to a rundown bar forces its regulars to confront the illusions sustaining them.

The Wild Bunch (1969) 02

The Wild Bunch (1969)

IMDb ★ 7.8

An aging group of outlaws plans one last robbery as the Old West gives way to modernity.

Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) 03

Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)

IMDb ★ 7.7

A one-armed stranger's visit to a remote desert town uncovers a dark secret the locals want buried.

On Dangerous Ground (1951) 04

On Dangerous Ground (1951)

IMDb ★ 7.3

A burned-out, violent city cop is sent to the countryside, where he finds unexpected redemption.

The Set-Up (1949) 05

The Set-Up (1949)

IMDb ★ 7.5

An aging boxer refuses to throw a fight, defying the gangsters who bet against him.

Act of Violence (1949) 06

Act of Violence (1949)

IMDb ★ 6.9

A war veteran hunts down the former commanding officer he believes betrayed his platoon.

Crossfire (1947) 07

Crossfire (1947)

IMDb ★ 7.2

Army investigators race to find the soldier responsible for a brutal, bigotry-fueled murder.

Vlad Zakh

Vlad Zakh

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