John 'Skins' Miller
ActingAbout John 'Skins' Miller
John "Skins" Miller (November 6, 1890 – July 15, 1956) was an American actor. He was best known for his roles in the films Every Day's a Holiday (1937), All the King's Men (1949), and Sunset Boulevard (1950).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John 'Skins' Miller reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 48 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of John 'Skins' Miller'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John 'Skins' Miller remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sunset Boulevard, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John 'Skins' Miller Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John 'Skins' Miller's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John 'Skins' Miller.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | The Raging Tide | Houlihan (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset Boulevard | Hog-Eye Electrician (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | All the King's Men | Drunk at Football Game (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Top o' the Morning | Dowdler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sorrowful Jones | Head Telephone Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court | Skins / Idiot #1 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Criss Cross | Midget | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Time of Your Life | Tippler | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now | Kassel (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lost in a Harem | Sousaphonist (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Navy Way | Recruit Pop Lacy | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Tramp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Coney Island | Drunken Bricklayer | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Big Street | Truck Driver (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Devil Pays Off | Flop-House Night Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tobacco Road | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Texas Rangers Ride Again | Station Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Three Men from Texas | Herman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | King of the Lumberjacks | 'Cooky', the Camp Cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Farmer's Daughter | Carpenter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Return of Doctor X | Newspaper Vendor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Torchy Blane... Playing with Dynamite | San Francisco Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heritage of the Desert | Postmaster John Twerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Jury's Secret | Juror Simms | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Every Day's a Holiday | Quartet member | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Something to Sing About | Dancer in Drag in 'Deck Number' (as Skins Miller) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sophie Lang Goes West | Passenger | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Devil's Saddle Legion | Spooks Wilkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Internes Can't Take Money | Weasel (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Who Are About to Die | Macy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Arizona Mahoney | Human Bullet Applicant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | San Francisco | Man on Stretcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Romance in the Air | Hillbilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | You May Be Next! | Man with Duck Act (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | It's in the Air | Skinny (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Maybe It's Love | Elevator Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Biography of a Bachelor Girl | Man in Irish's Store (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Merry Widow | Drunken Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Transatlantic Merry-Go-Round | Sound Effects Man in Grand Hotel Spoof (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Desirable | Dan - Elevator Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gift of Gab | Stooge (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Stand Up and Cheer! | Hill-Billy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Son of a Sailor | Sailor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Don't Bet on Love | Bigsby (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Heroes for Sale | Angry Laundry Worker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Central Airport | Hotel Desk Clerk #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Conquerors | Skins (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Purchase Price | Accordion Player Skins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
John 'Skins' Miller - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John 'Skins' Miller?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John 'Skins' Miller is "Sunset Boulevard" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has John 'Skins' Miller acted in?
John 'Skins' Miller has been featured in at least 48 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John 'Skins' Miller?
Other notable films include "Desirable", "Criss Cross", and "All the King's Men".