Gus Wicke
ActingAbout Gus Wicke
August Wicke (May 7, 1885 – January 3, 1947), also known as Gus Wicke and Gus Wickie, was an American bass singer and stage and voice actor. He was one of the voices of Bluto in the animated series Popeye the Sailor, by Fleischer Studios. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]
Gus Wicke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gus Wicke reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 48 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gus Wicke's work falls within the Animation genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 67% of Gus Wicke'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 Fleischer Cartoons: The Art & Inventions of Max Fleischer, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gus Wicke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gus Wicke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gus Wicke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Fleischer Cartoons: The Art & Inventions of Max Fleischer | Sindbad the Sailor (voice) (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Spinach Packin' Popeye | Bluto (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | It's a Hap-Hap-Happy Day | Birds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gulliver's Travels | Various (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Big Chief Ugh-Amugh-Ugh | Big Chief Ugh-Amugh-Ugh (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Learn Polikeness | Professor Bluteau (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Let's Celebrake | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fowl Play | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Popeye the Sailor Meets Ali Baba's Forty Thieves | Abu Hassan (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Protek the Weakerist | Bluto | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Football Toucher Downer | Young Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | I Likes Babies and Infinks | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | I Never Changes My Altitude | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Morning, Noon and Night Club | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Twisker Pitcher | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hospitaliky | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | My Artistical Temperature | Bluto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Organ Grinder's Swing | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Paneless Window Washer | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | I'm in the Army Now | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Popeye the Sailor Meets Sindbad the Sailor | Sindbad (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Spinach Roadster | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Be Human | Abusive Farmer (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hold the Wire | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Swee'pea | Elephant / Crocodile / Hippo (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sunday Go to Meetin' Time | Preacher / Devil (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Let's Get Movin' | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | I Wanna Be a Life Guard | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bold King Cole | Bold King Cole (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | What -- No Spinach? | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bridge Ahoy! | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | I-Ski Love-Ski You-Ski | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Brotherly Love | Bruiser (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Clean Shaven Man | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Somewhere in Dreamland | Baker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Vim, Vigor and Vitaliky | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Spinach Overture | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Adventures of Popeye | Bluto (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | King of the Mardi Gras | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | You Gotta Be a Football Hero | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dizzy Divers | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | For Better or Worser | Bluto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Choose Your 'Weppins' | Prisoner (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Hyp-Nut-Tist | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Be Kind to 'Aminals' | Bluto (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | S.O.S. | Pirate Captain / Hippo (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Silly Scandals | Magician / Hippo (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | In My Merry Oldsmobile | Peeping Tom | Average | Similar → |
Gus Wicke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gus Wicke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gus Wicke is "Fleischer Cartoons: The Art & Inventions of Max Fleischer" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gus Wicke acted in?
Gus Wicke has been featured in at least 48 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gus Wicke?
Other notable films include "Popeye the Sailor Meets Ali Baba's Forty Thieves", "Protek the Weakerist", and "Morning, Noon and Night Club".