Bobby Driscoll
ActingAbout Bobby Driscoll
Bobby Driscoll was an American child and young-adult actor whose substantial career included work on the screen, television, stage, and radio. The 1949 films So Dear to My Heart and The Window earned him an Academy Award as the year's outstanding juvenile actor. His career and life eventually gradually went into decline. In late 1961, addicted to drugs (having begun using when 17), he was sentenced to prison. In 1965, a year after his parole expired, he relocated to New York City. He was found dead in an abandoned East Village tenement in March 1968.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bobby Driscoll reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Bobby Driscoll's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bobby Driscoll remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Once Upon a Studio, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bobby Driscoll Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bobby Driscoll's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bobby Driscoll.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Once Upon a Studio | Peter Pan (voice) (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Walt Disney Treasures - The Complete Goofy | Goofy Jr. (voice) (archive sound) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Story Behind Walt Disney's 'Fun and Fancy Free' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Disney's Halloween Treat | Peter Pan (voice) (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Disney's Greatest Villains | Peter Pan (voice) (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dirt | Nun | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Lilies of the Field | Mexican Holding Chapel Door (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Party Crashers | Josh Bickford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Day is Done | Pvt. Zane | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Scarlet Coat | Ben Potter | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Peter Pan | Peter Pan (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Peter Pan Story | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Time | Robert 'Bibi' Bonnard | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Father's Lion | Goofy Jr. (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Walt Disney Christmas Show | Peter Pan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fathers Are People | Goofy Jr. (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | When I Grow Up | Josh / Danny Reed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | One Hour in Wonderland | Peter Pan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Treasure Island | Jim Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Window | Tommy Woodry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | So Dear to My Heart | Jeremiah 'Jerry' Kincaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Melody Time | Bobby Driscoll | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | If You Knew Susie | Junior Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Song of the South | Johnny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | O.S.S. | Gerard | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | So Goes My Love | Percy Maxim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | From This Day Forward | Billy Beesley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Identity Unknown | Toddy Loring | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Big Bonanza | Spud Kilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sunday Dinner for a Soldier | Jeep Osborne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Fighting Sullivans | Al, as a child (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Bobby Driscoll - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bobby Driscoll?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bobby Driscoll is "Once Upon a Studio" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Bobby Driscoll acted in?
Bobby Driscoll has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bobby Driscoll?
Other notable films include "Dirt", "Walt Disney Treasures - The Complete Goofy", and "If You Knew Susie".