Sam Bottoms
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Samuel John "Sam" Bottoms (October 17, 1955 – December 16, 2008) was an American actor and producer. Description above from the Wikipedia article Sam Bottoms, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Sam Bottoms Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sam Bottoms reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sam Bottoms's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of Sam Bottoms'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 Picture This, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sam Bottoms Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sam Bottoms's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sam Bottoms has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Finishing the Game: The Search for a New Bruce Lee | Martey Kurtainbaum | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Sherrybaby | Bob Swanson Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Winter Passing | Brian | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Shopgirl | Dan Buttersfield | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Havoc | Lt. Maris | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Seabiscuit | Mr. Blodget | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Looking Through Lillian | Gene | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Shadow Fury | Mitchell Madsen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Unsaid | Joseph Caffey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mercenary II: Thick & Thin | Camera Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hell Hath No Fury: The Making of The Outlaw Josey Wales | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Joseph's Gift | Robert Keller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Angel Blue | Dennis Cromwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Snide and Prejudice | Therapist Schaub | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Project Shadowchaser III | Kody | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Zooman | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Sugar Hill | Oliver Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Sunny Side Up | Sam Bottoms | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Trust | James Baker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | North of Chiang Mai | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Picture This | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dolly Dearest | Elliot Wade | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Ragin Cajun | Legs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | After School | Father Michael McCarren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Witching of Ben Wagner | Mr. George 'Dad' Wagner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Island Sons | Sam Faraday | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Gardens of Stone | Lt. Webber | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Hunter's Blood | David Rand | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Answers | Patrolman Rick Selby (Segment "A Good Time") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Prime Risk | Bill Yeoman | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | In 'N Out | Murray Lewis, Jr. (as Samuel Bottoms) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | No Earthly Reason | Coley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Desperate Lives | Ken Baynes | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bronco Billy | Leonard James | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Up from the Depths | Greg Oliver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Apocalypse Now | Lance B. Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Outlaw Josey Wales | Jamie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Cage Without a Key | Buddy Goleta | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Savages | Ben Campbell | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Zandy's Bride | Mel Allan | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Class of '44 | Marty | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Last Picture Show | Billy | Super Hit | Similar → |
Sam Bottoms - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sam Bottoms?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sam Bottoms is "Picture This" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Sam Bottoms acted in?
Sam Bottoms has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sam Bottoms?
Other notable films include "Apocalypse Now", "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse", and "The Last Picture Show".