Lou Gilbert
ActingAbout Lou Gilbert
Lou Gilbert was born on August 1, 1909 in Cleveland, Illinois, USA. He was an actor, known for The Great White Hope (1970), Marathon Man (1976) and Viva Zapata! (1952). He was married to Martha Lou Hawkins. He died on November 6, 1978 in Reseda, California, USA.
Lou Gilbert Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lou Gilbert reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lou Gilbert's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Lou Gilbert'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 Marathon Man, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lou Gilbert Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lou Gilbert's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lou Gilbert has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Last Embrace | Rabbi Jacobs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Raid on Entebbe | Chaim Bar-Lev | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Marathon Man | Rosenbaum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Money | Harry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Going Home | Mr. Katz | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Jennifer on My Mind | Grandpa Max Rottner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Great White Hope | Goldie | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Fearless Frank | The Boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | An Enemy of the People | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Juliet of the Spirits | Grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Goldstein | Old Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Across the River | Obadiah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Requiem for a Heavyweight | Dr. Gilbert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Middle of the Night | Sherman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | So Lovely, So Deadly | Tony, the Barber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Big Break | Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Viva Zapata! | Pablo | Hit | Similar → |
Lou Gilbert - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lou Gilbert?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lou Gilbert is "Marathon Man" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Lou Gilbert acted in?
Lou Gilbert has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lou Gilbert?
Other notable films include "Juliet of the Spirits", "Requiem for a Heavyweight", and "Middle of the Night".