Felix Silla
ActingAbout Felix Silla
Felix Anthony Silla (January 11, 1937 – April 16, 2021), also credited as Felix Cilla, was an Italian actor and stuntman. After starting his career in the circus, he became known for his television and film roles, especially as the recurring costumed character "Cousin Itt" on television's The Addams Family. Silla also was an Ewok in the Star Wars film Return of the Jedi. He was also a voice artist on The Sims 2 video game.
Felix Silla Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Felix Silla reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Felix Silla's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Felix Silla'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 Return of the Jedi, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Felix Silla Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Felix Silla's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Felix Silla has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHARACTERz | Don Cluff | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Batman Returns | Emperor Penguin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Ghostbusters II | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Spaceballs | Dink | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | House | Little Critter | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Dungeonmaster | Desert Bandit (segment "Desert Pursuit") (as Felix Cilla) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Meatballs: Part II | Meathead | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Return of the Jedi | Ewok | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Sting II | Ringside man taking bets (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Under the Rainbow | Hotel Rainbow Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Brood | Creature | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Buck Rogers in the 25th Century | Twiki | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Manitou | Misquamacus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Halloween with the New Addams Family | Cousin Itt | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Kentucky Fried Movie | Crazed Clown (segment "Catholic High School Girls in Trouble") | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Demon Seed | Baby | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Black Samurai | Rheinhardt | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Black Samurai | Little Hitman Rheinhardt | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mastermind | Schatzi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Black Bird | Litvak | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Lily | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Don't Be Afraid of the Dark | Creature | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Sssssss | Sam Lee, the Seal Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Little Cigars | Frankie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Pufnstuf | Polkadotted Horse | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The April Fools | Waiter at Safari Club (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Planet of the Apes | Child Gorilla (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Point Blank | Bellhop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | She Freak | Shorty | Flop | Similar → |
Felix Silla - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Felix Silla?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Felix Silla is "Return of the Jedi" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Felix Silla acted in?
Felix Silla has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Felix Silla?
Other notable films include "Planet of the Apes", "Point Blank", and "Spaceballs".