Gig Young
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Gig Young (born Byron Elsworth Barr; November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come Fill the Cup (1952) and Teacher's Pet (1959), before winning for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969).
Gig Young Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gig Young reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gig Young's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of Gig Young'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 The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gig Young Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gig Young's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gig Young has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration | Martin Sloan (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sam Peckinpah's West: Legacy of a Hollywood Renegade | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Death In Hollywood | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Bruce Lee, the Legend | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Game of Death | Jim Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Spectre | Dr. Ham Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Sherlock Holmes in New York | Mortimer McGraw | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Hindenburg | Edward Douglas | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Turning Point of Jim Malloy | Ray Whitehead | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Great Ice Rip-Off | Harkey Rollins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia | Quill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Neon Ceiling | Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | They Shoot Horses, Don't They? | Rocky Gravo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Shuttered Room | Mike Kelton | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Strange Bedfellows | Richard Bramwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Invisible Diplomats | Brad | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Ticklish Affair | Key Weedon | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | For Love or Money | Sonny Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Kid Galahad | Willy Grogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | That Touch of Mink | Roger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Spiral Staircase | Stephen Warren | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ninotchka | Leon Dolga | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ask Any Girl | Evan Doughton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Tunnel of Love | Dick Pepper | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Teacher's Pet | Dr. Hugo Pine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Desk Set | Mike Cutler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Desperate Hours | Chuck Wright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Young at Heart | Alex Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rear Window | Jeff's Editor (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Torch Song | Cliff Willard | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | City That Never Sleeps | Johnny Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Girl Who Had Everything | Vance Court | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Holiday for Sinners | Jason Kent | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Come Fill the Cup | Boyd Copeland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Only the Valiant | Lt. William Holloway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Target Unknown | Capt. Reiner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hunt the Man Down | Paul Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tell It to the Judge | Alexander Darvac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Lust for Gold | Pete Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Musketeers | Porthos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Old Acquaintance | Rudd Kendall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Force | Co-Pilot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Breakdowns of 1942 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Gay Sisters | Gig Young | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mad Martindales | Peter Varney (as Byron Barr) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Died with Their Boots On | Lt. Roberts (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | One Foot in Heaven | First Groom Asking for Dog Licence (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Marching Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dive Bomber | Abbott - Guinea Pig 2 Experiment 32 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Gig Young - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gig Young?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gig Young is "The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gig Young acted in?
Gig Young has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gig Young?
Other notable films include "Ninotchka", "Rear Window", and "The Spiral Staircase".