Guy Kibbee
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Guy Bridges Kibbee (March 6, 1882 – May 24, 1956) was an American stage and film actor. Born in El Paso, Texas, Kibbee began his entertainment career on Mississippi riverboats and eventually became a successful Broadway actor. In the 1930s, Kibbee moved to California and became part of what became known as "Warner Bros.' stock company", contracted actors who cycled through different productions in supporting roles. Kibbee's specialty was daft and jovial characters and he is best remembered for the films 42nd Street (1933), The Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933), Captain Blood (1935), and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939), though he gives a deftly subtle performance as the expat inn owner in Joan Crawford's Rain (1932). Kibbee died from complications arising from Parkinson's disease in Long Island, New York in 1956. Description above from the Wikipedia article Guy Kibbee, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Guy Kibbee 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: Drama
The majority of Guy Kibbee'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Guy Kibbee remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Guy Kibbee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Guy Kibbee's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Guy Kibbee.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 42nd Street: From Book to Screen to Stage | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | 3 Godfathers | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fort Apache | Capt. Dr. Wilkens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Romance of Rosy Ridge | Cal Baggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Power of the Press | Ulysses Bradford | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | There's One Born Every Minute | Lester Cadwalader, Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Miss Annie Rooney | Grandpop | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Time for Keeps | Harry Bryant | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | It Started with Eve | Bishop Maxwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Scattergood Baines | Scattergood Baines | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Chad Hanna | A. D. Huguenine | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Henry Goes Arizona | Judge Van Treece | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Governor Hopper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Babes in Arms | Judge Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | It's a Wonderful World | Fred 'Cap' Streeter | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Freedom Ring | David Bronson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Comrades | Alfons | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Bad Man of Brimstone | Francis X. "Eight Ball" Harrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Breakdowns of 1937 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mama Steps Out | Leonard 'Len' Cuppy | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Men on a Horse | Mr. J. G. Carver | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Captain's Kid | Asa Plunkett | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Captain January | Captain January | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Lord Fauntleroy | Silas Hobbs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Captain Blood | Hagthorpe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Going Highbrow | Matt Upshaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hollywood Hobbies | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mary Jane's Pa | Sam Preston | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | While the Patient Slept | Detective Lt. Lance O'Leary | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Babbitt | George F. Babbitt | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Dames | Horace Hemingway | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Harold Teen | Joe 'Pa' Lovewell | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Wonder Bar | Henry Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | And She Learned About Dames | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Footlight Parade | Silas 'Si' Gould | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady for a Day | Judge Henry G. Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Life of Jimmy Dolan | Phlaxer | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gold Diggers of 1933 | Peabody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | 42nd Street | Abner Dillon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scarlet Dawn | Mr. Murphy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Rain | Joe Horn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Dark Horse | Zachary Hicks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Two Seconds | Bookie | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Strange Love of Molly Louvain | Pop, a Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Crowd Roars | Pop Greer | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mouthpiece | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Taxi! | Mack 'Pop' Riley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Blonde Crazy | A. Rupert Johnson Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | City Streets | Pop Cooley | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Man of the World | Harry Taylor | Average | Similar → |
Guy Kibbee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Guy Kibbee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Guy Kibbee is "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Guy Kibbee acted in?
Guy Kibbee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Guy Kibbee?
Other notable films include "Gold Diggers of 1933", "It Started with Eve", and "Captain Blood".