David Kirkland - Actor Profile

David Kirkland

Directing
Updated: May 11, 2026
19Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 26, 1878
Birth Place: San Francisco, California, USA

David Kirkland Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Kirkland reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of David Kirkland's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 42% of David Kirkland'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 Children of the Forest, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best David Kirkland Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Kirkland's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Children of the Forest (1913) movie poster
★10.0

Children of the Forest: Wanah-to-mah, a son of the forest, is in love with Mah-to-mee. George Bradford, a stranger and prospector, sets camp in

Children of the Forest

1913•Western
★10.0
The Hills of Peace (1914) movie poster
★10.0

The Hills of Peace: Being in ill health, Fred Church goes west. Arriving there, he goes into partnership with Carl Stockdale. A few days aft

The Hills of Peace

1914•Western
★8.0
The Crazy Prospector (1913) movie poster
★8.0

The Crazy Prospector: John Harlan, a crazy prospector living with his daughter in Nevada, accidentally discovers gold. He is so enthused over

The Crazy Prospector

1913•Western
★8.0
Broncho Billy Gets Square (1913) movie poster
★8.0

Broncho Billy Gets Square: A reward is offered for the capture of Broncho Billy and David Kirkland and freedom is promised to either one who will t

Broncho Billy Gets Square

1913•Western
★7.8
The Grapes of Wrath (1940) movie poster
★7.8

The Grapes of Wrath: Tom Joad returns to his home after a jail sentence to find his family kicked out of their farm due to foreclosure. He ca

The Grapes of Wrath

1940•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie David Kirkland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1943 This Land Is Mine Judge Hit Similar →
1940 Brigham Young Elder Flop Similar →
1940 The Grapes of Wrath Migrant (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1920 The Love Expert Mr. Smithers Average Similar →
1914 The Den of Thieves David Flop Similar →
1914 The Siren Dick Northrop Flop Similar →
1914 A Night on the Road Luis Hit Similar →
1914 The Hills of Peace The Doctor Super Hit Similar →
1913 Children of the Forest Wahahtomah Super Hit Similar →
1913 Broncho Billy Gets Square Dave Kirkland Super Hit Similar →
1913 Why Broncho Billy Left Bear County - Hit Similar →
1913 Mental Suicide Kirkland - a contractor Flop Similar →
1913 The Picket Guard Confederate picket Flop Similar →
1913 The Powder Flash of Death Tavern Keeper Flop Similar →
1913 Alkali Ike and the Hypnotist Professor Hippy Flop Similar →
1913 The Spirit of the Flag Spanish Renegade Flop Similar →
1913 The Crazy Prospector John Harlan Super Hit Similar →
1913 Broncho Billy's Gun Play - Flop Similar →
1912 Broncho Billy's Love Affair Allen, The Rancher Flop Similar →

David Kirkland - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Kirkland?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Kirkland is "Children of the Forest" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has David Kirkland acted in?

David Kirkland has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Kirkland?

Other notable films include "The Hills of Peace", "The Crazy Prospector", and "Broncho Billy Gets Square".

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