Slim Summerville
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Slim Summerville (born George Joseph Somerville; July 10, 1892 – January 5, 1946) was an American film actor and director best known for his work in comedies.
Slim Summerville Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Slim Summerville reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Slim Summerville's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Slim Summerville'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 Free Love, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Slim Summerville Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Slim Summerville's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Slim Summerville has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Hoodlum Saint | Eel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | I'm from Arkansas | Juniper Jenkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Bride by Mistake | Samuel | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Uncle Joe | Joe Butterfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Niagara Falls | Sam Sawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Highway West | Gramps Abbott | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Western Union | Herman, called "Cookie" | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tobacco Road | Henry Peabody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gold Rush Maisie | Fred Gubbins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Anne of Windy Poplars | Jabez Monkman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Henry Goes Arizona | Sheriff Parton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie Chan in Reno | Sheriff Tombstone Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jesse James | Jailer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Submarine Patrol | Ellsworth 'Spuds' Fickett, cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm | Homer Busby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Road Back | Tjaden | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love Is News | Judge Hart | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | White Fang | Slats Magee | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Captain January | Captain Nazro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Country Doctor | Constable Jim Ogden | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Farmer Takes a Wife | Fortune Friendly | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love Birds | Henry Whipple | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Out All Night | Ronald Colgate | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Air Mail | 'Slim' McCune | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Tom Brown of Culver | Elmer (Slim) Whitman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Front Page | Pincus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Bad Sister | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Free Love | Gas Inspector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Her Man | Swede | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Spoilers | Slapjack Simms | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | All Quiet on the Western Front | Tjaden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | King of Jazz | Automobile Owner ('Springtime') / Rear End of Horse / Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Troopers Three | 'Sunny' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Sailor's Holiday | Midway Photographer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Last Warning | Tommy Wall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Beloved Rogue | Jehan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Her Painted Hero | A Bill Poster | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle's Day of Rest | The Park Girl's Boyfriend | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | That Little Band Of Gold | Waiter / Audience Member (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty's New Role | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tillie's Punctured Romance | Keystone Kop / Guest in Restaurant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty's Magic Pants | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Gentlemen of Nerve | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Dough and Dynamite | Striking Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Those Love Pangs | Movie Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Property Man | Man in Second Row Audience (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Laughing Gas | Patient | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Mabel's Busy Day | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Knockout | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Caught in the Rain | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Slim Summerville - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Slim Summerville?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Slim Summerville is "Free Love" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Slim Summerville acted in?
Slim Summerville has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Slim Summerville?
Other notable films include "All Quiet on the Western Front", "Troopers Three", and "Niagara Falls".