Tommy Bond
ActingAbout Tommy Bond
Thomas Ross "Tommy" Bond was an American actor. A native of Dallas, Texas, Bond was best known for his work as a child actor for two different nonconsecutive periods on Our Gang (Little Rascals) comedies, and also for being the first actor to portray the role of "Superman's pal" Jimmy Olsen on screen.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tommy Bond 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: Comedy
The majority of Tommy Bond's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 56% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tommy Bond remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in New York Town, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tommy Bond Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tommy Bond's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tommy Bond.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Intruder in the Dust | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tokyo Joe | Fingerprint Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Any Number Can Play | Mike (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Superman | Jimmy Olsen | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Gas House Kids in Hollywood | Chimp | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Gas House Kids Go West | Chimp | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Twice Blessed | Horace | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Man from Frisco | Russ Kennedy | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Land Is Mine | Pug-nosed School Bully | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Willie (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Adventure in Washington | Peewee Haynes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Five Little Peppers in Trouble | Joey Pepper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bubbling Troubles | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Five Little Peppers at Home | Joey Pepper | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Captain Spanky's Show Boat | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Five Little Peppers And How They Grew | Joey Pepper | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Auto Antics | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Cousin Wilbur | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Duel Personalities | Butch (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Practical Jokers | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Football Romeo | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Party Fever | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Block-Heads | Neighbor's Son | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Major Lied 'Til Dawn | Little Boy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Little Ranger | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Came the Brawn | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Framing Youth | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fishy Tales | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Rushin' Ballet | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Glove Taps | Butch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Don't Look Now | Cuckoo Clock / Dan Cupid / Devil Boy (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Waif (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | I Love to Singa | Owl Jolson (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Silly Billies | Student | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Page Miss Glory | Abner (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boom Boom | Beans (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Next Time We Love | Pesky Kid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Alpine Antics | Beans (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Cartoonist's Nightmare | Beans (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Washee Ironee | Tommy | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Kid Millions | Boy in the Barge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Honky Donkey | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The First Round-Up | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | For Pete's Sake! | Tommy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hi'–Neighbor! | Tommy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Wild Poses | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Bedtime Worries | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mush and Milk | Tommy | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Kid from Borneo | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Forgotten Babies | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
Tommy Bond - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tommy Bond?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tommy Bond is "New York Town" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Tommy Bond acted in?
Tommy Bond has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tommy Bond?
Other notable films include "Silly Billies", "Hi'–Neighbor!", and "For Pete's Sake!".