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.
Daniel Gilchrist Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Daniel Gilchrist reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Daniel Gilchrist's work falls within the Horror genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 17% of Daniel Gilchrist's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Death by 1000 Cuts, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Daniel Gilchrist Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Daniel Gilchrist's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Daniel Gilchrist has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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".