Silver Tip Baker
ActingAbout Silver Tip Baker
Floyd 'Silver Tip' Baker born Floyd Michael Baker in Texas in 1886. Well-known trick rider in rodeos and wild west shows from the late 1900's. He was among the talented few that could handle a team of horses and stagecoach at full speed, became a white-haired old codger character in many westerns, first playing the role, General Grenville M. Dodge in 'In the Days of Buffalo Bill' directed by Edward Laemmle and starring Art Acord as Art Taylor and Duke R. Lee as Buffalo Bill at the Universal, seen in over 100 minor roles in talkies many of them B-Westerns. married to wild show trick rider Mabel Baker.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Silver Tip Baker reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Silver Tip Baker's filmography leans towards the Western 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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Silver Tip Baker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Of Mice and Men, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Silver Tip Baker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Silver Tip Baker's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Silver Tip Baker.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Along Came Jones | Poker Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lawless Plainsmen | Wagon Train Man (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Forbidden Trails | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Stick to Your Guns | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Wrangler's Roost | Church Member | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pirates on Horseback | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheriff of Tombstone | Townsman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arizona | Barfly | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Under Texas Skies | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Durango Kid | Piute City Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Winners of the West | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Barfly | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Rocky Mountain Rangers | Texas Ranger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young Buffalo Bill | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Of Mice and Men | Old Hand (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Destry Rides Again | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Cowboy and the Lady | Rodeo Cowboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Frontier Town | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Empty Holsters | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | North of the Rio Grande | Juror | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Gunsmoke Ranch | Settler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borderland | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ranger Courage | Settler (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rio Grande Ranger | Barfly (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Trailin' West | Gambler (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Gun Play | Man at Dance (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Big Calibre | Barfly / Man at Dance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Kid Courageous | Pete the Cowhand | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Arizona Bad Man | Cowhand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Terror of the Plains | Posse Rider / Wagon Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Thunder Over Texas | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Man from Hell | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Blue Steel | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Gallant Fool | Silver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Thrill Hunter | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Young Blood | Stage Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Man from Hell's Edges | Silver, Stage Coach Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Wild Horse | Cowboy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | In the Days of Buffalo Bill | Gen. Grenville M. Dodge | Flop | Similar → |
Silver Tip Baker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Silver Tip Baker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Silver Tip Baker is "Of Mice and Men" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Silver Tip Baker acted in?
Silver Tip Baker has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Silver Tip Baker?
Other notable films include "Destry Rides Again", "Sheriff of Tombstone", and "Wild Horse".