Daniel Gilchrist
ActingAbout Daniel Gilchrist
Daniel Gilchrist began his love of theatre in high school, where his initial interests were in the production/writing areas. Upon graduating, he began working and volunteering for local theatre productions in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas. His first starring role was as The Creature in Topeka Civic Theatre and Academy's run of Frankenstein. He went on to have featured roles in Macbeth, Scrooge, Arsenic and Old Lace, The Tempest, and The Addams Family as well as Washburn University productions of Elephant Graveyard and Uncle Vanya. He received his BA in theatre from Washburn in 2012. Daniel attributes his love of the theatre to his older brother, Brendan Gilchrist, who died in 2007.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Daniel Gilchrist reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Horror
The majority of Daniel Gilchrist's filmography leans towards the Horror 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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Daniel Gilchrist remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Death by 1000 Cuts, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Daniel Gilchrist Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Daniel Gilchrist's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Daniel Gilchrist.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Driftless | Papa Bait | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Death by 1000 Cuts | The Giant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Omniboat: A Fast Boat Fantasia | Lokia | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Chained for Life | Demby | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Zombie Beauty Pageant: Drop Dead Gorgeous | Super Star | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Spookies | Cuthbert Bonewrath | Flop | Similar → |
Daniel Gilchrist - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Daniel Gilchrist?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daniel Gilchrist is "Death by 1000 Cuts" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Daniel Gilchrist acted in?
Daniel Gilchrist has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Daniel Gilchrist?
Other notable films include "Chained for Life", "Omniboat: A Fast Boat Fantasia", and "Zombie Beauty Pageant: Drop Dead Gorgeous".