Billy Wilkerson
ActingAbout Billy Wilkerson
William Wilkerson was born on September 18, 1902 in Cobb, Oklahoma, USA as William Penn Wilkerson. He is known for his work on Rock Island Trail (1950), Riding West (1944) and Apache Chief (1949). He died on March 3, 1966 in Hollywood, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Billy Wilkerson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Billy Wilkerson'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Billy Wilkerson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Broken Arrow, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Billy Wilkerson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Billy Wilkerson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Billy Wilkerson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Foxfire | Apache Chief (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Thunder Pass | Chief Growling Bear (as William Wilkerson) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Yukon Vengeance | Chief Lone Eagle (as Bill Wilkerson) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Diamond Queen | Queen's Servant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Captain John Smith and Pocahontas | Sub-Chief (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla | Native Warrior | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | California Conquest | Fernando | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Brave Warrior | Chief Little Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rancho Notorious | Indian (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Broken Arrow | Juan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rock Island Trail | Lakin, Indian Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Annie Get Your Gun | Indian Warrior (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Davy Crockett, Indian Scout | High Tree | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Apache Chief | Grey Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Singin' Spurs | Chief Wolfpack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bowery Buckaroos | Big Moose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Robin Hood Of Texas | Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Sgt. Smith (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Swingin' on a Rainbow | Chauffeur (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Riding West | Chief Red Eagle (as Bill Wilkerson) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Around the World | Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Gower Gulch Indian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Batman | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland Mail | Indian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Valley of the Sun | Indian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Go West, Young Lady | Indian Chief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Indian | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Winners of the West | Indian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Cyclops | Silent Indian | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Santa Fe Marshal | Indian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bad Lands | Apache | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Susannah of the Mounties | Indian | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Juarez | Tomas Mejia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Cyclone of the Saddle | Indian | Flop | Similar → |
Billy Wilkerson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Billy Wilkerson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Wilkerson is "Broken Arrow" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Billy Wilkerson acted in?
Billy Wilkerson has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Billy Wilkerson?
Other notable films include "Annie Get Your Gun", "Rancho Notorious", and "Bowery Buckaroos".