Wilson Wood
ActingAbout Wilson Wood
Wilson Wood (born Charles Woodrow Tolkien, February 11, 1915 – October 23, 2004) was an American character actor during the middle of the twentieth century. Born in Huron, North Dakota on February 11, 1915, he made his film debut with a small role in 1946's Two Sisters from Boston, directed by Henry Koster. During his 17-year career he would appear in over 100 films, usually in smaller roles. In 1952 he would star in a serial for Republic Pictures. The 12 part series was titled, Zombies of the Stratosphere, which would be edited down and released in 1958 as a feature film, called Satan's Satellites. His final appearance would be in the 1962 film, Jumbo, starring Doris Day, Stephen Boyd and Jimmy Durante, in which Wood had a featured role. Wood died on October 23, 2004, in Culver City, California.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wilson Wood reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 42 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Wilson Wood'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wilson Wood remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Singin' in the Rain, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Wilson Wood Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wilson Wood's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wilson Wood.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Billy Rose's Jumbo | Hank | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Breakfast at Tiffany's | Party Guest with Cat on Shoulder (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cimarron | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ask Any Girl | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | North by Northwest | Photographer at United Nations (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The High Cost of Loving | Hastings - Man in Parking Lot (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Satan's Satellites | Bob Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Opposite Sex | Stage Manager (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tea and Sympathy | Alumnus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Roy - TV Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Black Widow | Costume Designer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Executive Suite | Airport Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Garage Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Take the High Ground! | Marine Friend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ride, Vaquero! | Orderly (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Pickup on South Street | Police Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Man on Movie Set (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Everything I Have Is Yours | Roy Tirson | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Zombies of the Stratosphere | Bob Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pat and Mike | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Young Man with Ideas | Milkman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | Rudy Vallee Impersonator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Red Skies of Montana | Spotter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Callaway Went Thataway | Attendant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Let's Make It Legal | Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Texas Carnival | Bellboy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Union Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Tall Target | Dispatcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Thunder in God's Country | Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Insurance Investigator | Jimmy Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Next Voice You Hear... | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Asphalt Jungle | Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stars in My Crown | Thad Carroll (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Adam's Rib | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Barkleys of Broadway | Larry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Marty, Piano Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Campus Honeymoon | Busby Ormsbee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | High Tide | Cleve Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Show-Off | Horace Adems | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Faithful in My Fashion | Henry Stute | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Sisters from Boston | Hugo Tinkerfield (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | No Leave, No Love | Mr. Crawley | Average | Similar → |
Wilson Wood - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wilson Wood?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wilson Wood is "Singin' in the Rain" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Wilson Wood acted in?
Wilson Wood has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wilson Wood?
Other notable films include "North by Northwest", "Breakfast at Tiffany's", and "The Asphalt Jungle".