Wilson Wood
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Wilson Wood (born Charles Woodrow Tolkien, February 11, 1915 – October 23, 2004) was an American character actor during the middle of the twentieth century. Born in Huron, North Dakota on February 11, 1915, he made his film debut with a small role in 1946's Two Sisters from Boston, directed by Henry Koster. During his 17-year career he would appear in over 100 films, usually in smaller roles. In 1952 he would star in a serial for Republic Pictures. The 12 part series was titled, Zombies of the Stratosphere, which would be edited down and released in 1958 as a feature film, called Satan's Satellites. His final appearance would be in the 1962 film, Jumbo, starring Doris Day, Stephen Boyd and Jimmy Durante, in which Wood had a featured role. Wood died on October 23, 2004, in Culver City, California.
Wilson Wood Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Wilson Wood reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Wilson Wood's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Wilson Wood'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 Singin' in the Rain, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Wilson Wood Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wilson Wood's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Wilson Wood has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Billy Rose's Jumbo | Hank | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Breakfast at Tiffany's | Party Guest (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cimarron | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ask Any Girl | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | North by Northwest | Photographer at United Nations (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The High Cost of Loving | Hastings - Man in Parking Lot (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Satan's Satellites | Bob Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Opposite Sex | Stage Manager (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tea and Sympathy | Alumnus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Roy - TV Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Black Widow | Costume Designer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Executive Suite | Airport Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Garage Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Take the High Ground! | Marine Friend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ride, Vaquero! | Orderly (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Pickup on South Street | Police Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Man on Movie Set (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Everything I Have Is Yours | Roy Tirson | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Zombies of the Stratosphere | Bob Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pat and Mike | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Young Man with Ideas | Milkman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | Rudy Vallee Impersonator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Red Skies of Montana | Spotter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Callaway Went Thataway | Attendant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Let's Make It Legal | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Texas Carnival | Bellboy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Union Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Tall Target | Dispatcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Thunder in God's Country | Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Insurance Investigator | Jimmy Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Next Voice You Hear... | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Asphalt Jungle | Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stars in My Crown | Thad Carroll (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Adam's Rib | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Barkleys of Broadway | Larry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Marty, Piano Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Campus Honeymoon | Busby Ormsbee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | High Tide | Cleve Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Show-Off | Horace Adems | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Faithful in My Fashion | Henry Stute | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Sisters from Boston | Hugo Tinkerfield (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | No Leave, No Love | Mr. Crawley | Average | Similar → |
Wilson Wood - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wilson Wood?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wilson Wood is "Singin' in the Rain" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Wilson Wood acted in?
Wilson Wood has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wilson Wood?
Other notable films include "North by Northwest", "Breakfast at Tiffany's", and "The Asphalt Jungle".