Robert Wilcox
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Robert Wilcox (May 19, 1910, Rochester, New York – June 11, 1955, New York City), was a U.S. movie actor of the 1930s and 40s. His career began in earnest in 1936 after being discovered doing a summer-stock production of The Petrified Forest. He was married twice, first to Florence Rice in 1937, and then later to Diana Barrymore in 1950. He is perhaps best known for playing Bob Wayne and his alter ego, The Copperhead in the 1940 movie serial Mysterious Doctor Satan. Wilcox died of a heart attack on June 11, 1955. He was 45 years old. He is buried at Riverside Cemetery in Rochester, New York. Description above from the Wikipedia article Robert Wilcox (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Wilcox reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 23 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Crime
The majority of Robert Wilcox's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Wilcox remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Man They Could Not Hang, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Wilcox Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Wilcox's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Wilcox.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | The Vigilantes Return | Clay Curtwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Wild Beauty | Gordon Madison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Richard Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mysterious Doctor Satan | Bob Wayne / Copperhead | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dreaming Out Loud | Dr. Kenneth Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Island of Doomed Men | Mark Sheldon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Strikes | Ralph Bolton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Buried Alive | Johnny Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man They Could Not Hang | 'Scoop' Foley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blondie Takes a Vacation | John Larkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Undercover Doctor | Tom Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Kid From Texas | 'Duke' Hastings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gambling Ship | Larry Mitchell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Swing That Cheer | Larry Royal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Little Tough Guy | Paul Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Young Fugitives | Ray Riggins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Rascals | Tony | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Reckless Living | Danny Farrell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | City Girl | Donald Sanford | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Carnival Queen | Art Calhoun | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild and Woolly | Frank Bailey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Armored Car | Larry Wills | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let Them Live | Dr. Donald Clipton | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Wilcox - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Wilcox?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Wilcox is "The Man They Could Not Hang" with a rating of 6.6/10.
How many movies has Robert Wilcox acted in?
Robert Wilcox has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Wilcox?
Other notable films include "The Kid From Texas", "The Lone Wolf Strikes", and "Blondie Takes a Vacation".