Noble 'Kid' Chissell
ActingAbout Noble 'Kid' Chissell
Noble "Kid" Chissell (February 16, 1905 – November 8, 1987) was a boxing champion, actor, and dance marathon champion. Chissell, former U.S. Navy Middleweight Boxing Champ (1932), received an award in 1982 for having over 1,000 screen credits. As a prizefighter he once fought "Packy East", later known as Bob Hope. Even earlier he won the 1928 World Marathon Dance Champion contest. He first gained international prominence as the villainous sulky driver, "Flea-Flit Dryer", in the film Home in Indiana, opposite Walter Brennan, Ward Bond, Lon McAllister, June Haver, and Jeanne Crain. Numerous other motion pictures include his portrayal of a middle-weight champ in Ex-Champ, prison guard with Susan Hayward in I Want to Live!, a gambler in Guys and Dolls, police officer Noble in The Big Chase, and deputy sheriff with Jane Fonda in Cat Ballou. In the first and sixth episodes of Disney's World of Color series, Gallegher, Chissell played the Irish fight referee and jailer opposite Edmond O'Brien. He was croupier at the roulette game in "Tiger by the Tail", one of the Gunsmoke episodes. Life of Riley, Dragnet, and Playhouse 90 and People's Court were other series Chissell worked in.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Noble 'Kid' Chissell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Noble 'Kid' Chissell's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 70% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Noble 'Kid' Chissell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Some Like It Hot, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Noble 'Kid' Chissell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Noble 'Kid' Chissell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Noble 'Kid' Chissell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | They Shoot Horses, Don't They? | First Trainer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Sweet Charity | Onlooker at Park (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Funny Girl | Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Shakiest Gun in the West | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Blackbeard's Ghost | Gambler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Last Challenge | Barfly (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Return of the Gunfighter | Barfly (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Big Hand for the Little Lady | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Cincinnati Kid | Bar Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Cat Ballou | Deputy at Hanging (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Best Man | Man at Pool (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Twilight of Honor | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | To Kill a Mockingbird | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Birdman of Alcatraz | Inmate (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Reception Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus | Roustabout | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Warlock | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Some Like It Hot | Police Officer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Rio Bravo | Barfly (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Political Rally Marcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Want to Live! | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Passerby at Train Station (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Barker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Saloon Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Pardners | Rodeo Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Proud Ones | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Guys and Dolls | Gangster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Quiet Man | Undetermined Secondary Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Short Grass | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mister 880 | Observer on a Sidewalk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mystery Street | Diner Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Baron of Arizona | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Outriders | Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Pinky | Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sorrowful Jones | Bookie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Set-Up | Handler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Accused | Boxing Match Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Whispering Smith | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Station West | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Street with No Name | Prisoner (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Albuquerque | Wayne's Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Pursued | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Edge of Darkness | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Go West, Young Lady | Townsman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Guerrilla | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Courtroom Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Legion Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Flash Gordon | Guard | Average | Similar → |
Noble 'Kid' Chissell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Noble 'Kid' Chissell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Noble 'Kid' Chissell is "Some Like It Hot" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Noble 'Kid' Chissell acted in?
Noble 'Kid' Chissell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Noble 'Kid' Chissell?
Other notable films include "To Kill a Mockingbird", "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance", and "Rio Bravo".