Sammy Brooks
ActingAbout Sammy Brooks
Sammy Brooks (July 10, 1891 – May 16, 1951) was an American film actor. He appeared in 218 films between 1916 and 1938. He was born in New York City and died in Los Angeles, California.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sammy Brooks 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: Comedy
The majority of Sammy Brooks's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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), Sammy Brooks remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pistols for Breakfast, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sammy Brooks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sammy Brooks's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sammy Brooks.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | The Real McCoy | Hunter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Berth Marks | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Movie Night | Man in Audience (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Bromo and Juliet | Bit Role (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Thundering Fleas | Short Flea Circus Spectator | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Don Key (Son of Burro) | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Madame Mystery | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Unfriendly Enemies | Laughing Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Isn't Life Terrible? | Short Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Looking for Sally | Blind Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Rat's Knuckles | Blind man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Short Kilts | McHungry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Girl Shy | Short Train Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Brothers Under the Chin | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Zeb vs. Paprika | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Postage Due | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Smithy | Man in Employment Line | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Scorching Sands | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Frozen Hearts | The general's second | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | A Man About Town | Minor Role (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Oranges and Lemons | Worker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Collars and Cuffs | Laundry Worker | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Pick and Shovel | Miner | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Dumb-Bell | Short actor playing doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Now or Never | Short Man on Train (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | An Eastern Westerner | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Haunted Spooks | Short Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | His Royal Slyness | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Captain Kidd's Kids | Small pirate | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Bumping Into Broadway | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Don't Shove | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Just Neighbors | Short Man in Bank (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Billy Blazes, Esq. | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Spring Fever | Short man in park | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Off the Trolley | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Pistols for Breakfast | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Marathon | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Young Mr. Jazz | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Next Aisle Over | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Look Out Below | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Ask Father | Short office worker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Take a Chance | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Fireman Save My Child | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Hey There | Short Prop Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Follow the Crowd | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | A Gasoline Wedding | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Bashful | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Clubs Are Trump | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | By the Sad Sea Waves | Spectator at Beach | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Over the Fence | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Sammy Brooks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sammy Brooks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sammy Brooks is "Pistols for Breakfast" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Sammy Brooks acted in?
Sammy Brooks has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sammy Brooks?
Other notable films include "Girl Shy", "An Eastern Westerner", and "Bumping Into Broadway".