Sam Gilman
ActingSam Gilman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sam Gilman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sam Gilman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Sam Gilman'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 Up There Likes Me, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sam Gilman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sam Gilman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sam Gilman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | National Lampoon's Movie Madness | Sergeant ("Municipalians") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Every Which Way but Loose | Fat Man's Friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Missouri Breaks | Hank Rate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Last Hard Men | Dutch Vestal | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Tribe | Rouse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | 'Gator Bait | TJ Bracken | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Macon County Line | Deputy Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Morning After | Fisherman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Final Comedown | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Blood Sabbath | Lonzo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Sometimes a Great Notion | John | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Wild Rovers | Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | PT 109 | Raymond Starkey | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | One-Eyed Jacks | Harvey Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Murder Men | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Sound and the Fury | Bus Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young Lions | Pvt. Faber (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Time at All | Night Desk Editor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Heart is a Rebel | Greg Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Shadow on the Window | Sgt. Paul Denke | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Away All Boats | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Somebody Up There Likes Me | Detective Arresting Rocky (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Désirée | Fouche (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Wild One | Deputy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Sam Gilman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sam Gilman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sam Gilman is "Somebody Up There Likes Me" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Sam Gilman acted in?
Sam Gilman has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sam Gilman?
Other notable films include "Sometimes a Great Notion", "The Young Lions", and "One-Eyed Jacks".