
Nick Adams
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Nick Adams (July 10, 1931 – February 7, 1968) was an American film and television actor. He has been noted for his supporting roles in successful Hollywood films during the 1950s and 1960s along with his starring role in the ABC television series The Rebel (1959). Decades after Adams' death from a prescription drug overdose at the age of 36, his widely publicized friendships with James Dean and Elvis Presley would stir speculation about both his private life and the circumstances of his death. In an Allmovie synopsis for Adams' last film, reviewer Dan Pavlides wrote, "Plagued by personal excesses, he will be remembered just as much for what he could have done in cinema as what he left behind." Description above from the Wikipedia article Nick Adams (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Nick Adams Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nick Adams reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nick Adams's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 39% of Nick Adams'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 Somebody Loves Me, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nick Adams Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nick Adams's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nick Adams has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Hollywood Screen Tests: Take 1 | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Doris Day: It's Magic | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Rediscovering a Rebel | Self - 'Chick' (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Dr. James Bowen (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Death In Hollywood | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Los Asesinos | Shannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Mission Mars | Nick Grant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Fever Heat | Ace Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Mosby's Marauders | Sgt. Gregg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Killing Bottle | John Carter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Don't Worry, We'll Think of a Title | KEB Agent (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Invasion of Astro-Monster | Astronaut F. Glenn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Die, Monster, Die! | Stephen Reinhart | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Frankenstein Conquers the World | Dr. James Bowen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Young Dillinger | John Dillinger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Young Lovers | Tarragoo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Twilight of Honor | Ben Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Hook | Pvt. V.R. Hackett | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Interns | Dr. Sid Lackland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hell Is for Heroes | Homer Janeczek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Who Killed Julie Greer? | George Townsend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pillow Talk | Tony Walters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The FBI Story | John Gilbert ('Jack') Graham | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Time for Sergeants | Benjamin Whitledge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Teacher's Pet | Barney Kovac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sing Boy Sing | C.K. Judd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Fury at Showdown | Tracy Mitchell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Last Wagon | Ridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | A Strange Adventure | Phil Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Our Miss Brooks | Gary Nolan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Picnic | 'Bomber' | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | I Died a Thousand Times | Bellboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rebel Without a Cause | Chick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mister Roberts | Reber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Strange Lady in Town | Billy the Kid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Somebody Loves Me | Western Union boy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fast and Foolish | - | Flop | Similar → |
Nick Adams - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nick Adams?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nick Adams is "Somebody Loves Me" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Nick Adams acted in?
Nick Adams has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nick Adams?
Other notable films include "Rebel Without a Cause", "No Time for Sergeants", and "Pillow Talk".




