Billy Gilbert
ActingAbout Billy Gilbert
*** FYI: NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH ACTOR BILLY GILBERT (born William Gilbert Barron) WHO LIVED FROM 1894 TO 1971. *** Billy Gilbert (born William V. Campbell; September 15, 1891—April 29, 1961) was involved in more than 150 American films between 1913 and 1936, working as either an actor, extra, or director. Gilbert spent his entire career working almost exclusively in shorts, often uncredited. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Billy Gilbert 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: Comedy
The majority of Billy Gilbert's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 2% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Billy Gilbert remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Give Us This Night, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Billy Gilbert Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Billy Gilbert's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Billy Gilbert.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | Give Us This Night | Leader of Clacque | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Bees' Buzz | Country Club Drinker, Farmer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Motorboat Mamas | Boat Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Campus Carmen | Horse Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Fiddlesticks | Bystander | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Crazy to Act | Projectionist | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Jolly Jilter | Short Servant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Peaches and Plumbers | The Attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Flirty Four-Flushers | Soup Drinking Customer / Hotel Desk Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Soapsuds Lady | Grandpa Tucker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Smith's Baby | Mabel's Father, Jimmy's Father-in-Law | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Hayfoot, Strawfoot? | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Ten Dollars or Ten Days | Customer with Cane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Dynamite Allen | 'Simp' Hallett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | His Bitter Pill | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Submarine Pirate | Torpedo Loader (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Hash House Fraud | Freeloading Customer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Miss Fatty's Seaside Lovers | Bellhop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Mabel’s Wilful Way | Blackface Man in Sideshow Game / Man Going Down Slide | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Wished on Mabel | Police Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | A One Night Stand | Audience Spectator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | That Little Band Of Gold | Audience Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty's New Role | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Love, Speed and Thrills | Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty and Mabel’s Simple Life | The Groom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tillie's Punctured Romance | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty and Minnie He-Haw | Short Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Ambrose's First Falsehood | Café Patron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | His Prehistoric Past | Caveman Masher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Leading Lizzie Astray | Cafe Waiter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | His Trysting Places | Diner in Overalls | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | His Musical Career | Piano Store Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Gentlemen of Nerve | Spectator | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Those Love Pangs | Movie Patron | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Rounders | Doorman in Blackface | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Masquerader | Cameraman | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Those Country Kids | Man whose Carriage is Stolen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Knockout | Society Singer | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Busy Day | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Caught in a Cabaret | Cabaret Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Star Boarder | Boarder (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Cruel, Cruel Love | Short Ambulance Attendant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | His Favorite Pastime | Shoeshine Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tango Tangles | Guest in Cowboy Hat (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Film Johnnie | Theater Usher (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Mabel's Strange Predicament | Bellboy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Making a Living | Jealous Husband (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Fatty Joins the Force | Fighter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Speed Kings | Man Ford Bumps into | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Mabel's Dramatic Career | Audience Member | Average | Similar → |
Billy Gilbert - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Billy Gilbert?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Gilbert is "Give Us This Night" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Billy Gilbert acted in?
Billy Gilbert has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Billy Gilbert?
Other notable films include "The Rounders", "His Trysting Places", and "Tillie's Punctured Romance".