Billy Wilkerson
ActingAbout Billy Wilkerson
William Wilkerson was born on September 18, 1902 in Cobb, Oklahoma, USA as William Penn Wilkerson. He is known for his work on Rock Island Trail (1950), Riding West (1944) and Apache Chief (1949). He died on March 3, 1966 in Hollywood, California, USA.
Billy Wilkerson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Billy Wilkerson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Billy Wilkerson's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 47% of Billy Wilkerson'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 Riding West, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Billy Wilkerson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Billy Wilkerson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Billy Wilkerson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Foxfire | Apache Chief (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Thunder Pass | Chief Growling Bear (as William Wilkerson) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Yukon Vengeance | Chief Lone Eagle (as Bill Wilkerson) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Diamond Queen | Queen's Servant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Captain John Smith and Pocahontas | Sub-Chief (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Savage Mutiny | Native | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla | Native Warrior | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | California Conquest | Fernando | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Brave Warrior | Chief Little Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rancho Notorious | Indian (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Jungle Manhunt | Maklee Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Broken Arrow | Juan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rock Island Trail | Lakin, Indian Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Annie Get Your Gun | Indian Warrior (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Davy Crockett, Indian Scout | High Tree | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Apache Chief | Grey Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Singin' Spurs | Chief Wolfpack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bowery Buckaroos | Big Moose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Last Round-up | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Robin Hood Of Texas | Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Sgt. Smith (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Swingin' on a Rainbow | Chauffeur (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Riding West | Chief Red Eagle (as Bill Wilkerson) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Around the World | Soldier | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Gower Gulch Indian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Batman | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland Mail | Indian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Valley of the Sun | Indian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Go West, Young Lady | Indian Chief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Indian | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Winners of the West | Indian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Cyclops | Silent Indian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Santa Fe Marshal | Indian | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bad Lands | Apache | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Susannah of the Mounties | Indian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Juarez | Tomas Mejia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Cyclone of the Saddle | Indian | Average | Similar → |
Billy Wilkerson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Billy Wilkerson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Wilkerson is "Riding West" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Billy Wilkerson acted in?
Billy Wilkerson has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Billy Wilkerson?
Other notable films include "Overland Mail", "The Last Round-up", and "Winners of the West".