Gilman Rankin - Actor Profile

Gilman Rankin

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
12Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 17, 1911
Birth Place: Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Gilman Rankin Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Gilman Rankin reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Gilman Rankin's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Gilman Rankin'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 Midnight Cowboy, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Gilman Rankin Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gilman Rankin's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Midnight Cowboy (1969) movie poster
★7.5

Midnight Cowboy: Joe Buck is a wide-eyed hustler from Texas hoping to score big with wealthy New York City women; he finds a companion in

Midnight Cowboy

1969•Drama
★7.3
Assault on Precinct 13 (1976) movie poster
★7.3

Assault on Precinct 13: A highway patrol officer, two criminals, and a station secretary form an unlikely alliance to defend a defunct Los Angel

Assault on Precinct 13

1976•Thriller
★6.5
Union Station (1950) movie poster
★6.5

Union Station: Police catch a break when suspected kidnappers are spotted on a train heading towards Union Station. Police, train stati

Union Station

1950•Thriller
★6.4
Car of Tomorrow (1951) movie poster
★6.4

Car of Tomorrow: A series of demonstrations of the kind of motoring accessories we'll all take for granted in the future.

Car of Tomorrow

1951•Animation
★6.3
Illegal (1955) movie poster
★6.3

Illegal: A hugely successful DA goes into private practice after sending a man to the chair -- only to find out later he was inno

Illegal

1955•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie Gilman Rankin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1976 Assault on Precinct 13 Bus Driver Hit Similar →
1969 Midnight Cowboy Woodsy Niles Super Hit Similar →
1959 Face of a Fugitive Deputy at Rocks (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 The Power of the Resurrection Joseph of Arimathea Flop Similar →
1957 Black Patch Judge Parnell (as Gil Rankin) Flop Similar →
1956 Dance with Me, Henry McKay (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1956 Ghost Town Rev. Wheedle Flop Similar →
1955 Illegal Juror (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Phffft Minor Role (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 The Big Moment Registrar Flop Similar →
1951 Car of Tomorrow Narrator (voice) Average Similar →
1950 Union Station Doctor (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Gilman Rankin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gilman Rankin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gilman Rankin is "Midnight Cowboy" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Gilman Rankin acted in?

Gilman Rankin has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gilman Rankin?

Other notable films include "Assault on Precinct 13", "Union Station", and "Car of Tomorrow".

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