Jay Wilsey

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

50Total Films

6.0 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 6, 1896

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jay Wilsey 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: Western

The majority of Jay Wilsey's filmography leans towards the Western 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jay Wilsey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Avenging Waters, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jay Wilsey Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jay Wilsey's career based on audience ratings.

★6.0

★6.0

Avenging Waters — Mortimer builds a fence for the cattle brought by Ken Morley. To retaliate, Slater who wants access to the land, builds

Avenging Waters

1936•Western

★6.0

★6.0

3 Kids and a Queen — An eccentric, wealthy spinster, 'Queenie' Baxter is erroneously presumed to be kidnapped. She subsequently pretends to i

3 Kids and a Queen

1935•Adventure

★5.9

★5.9

Way Out West — Wise-guy carnival barker Windy bilks a group of cowboys out of their money, gets caught and is forced into working off t

Way Out West

1930•Western

★5.7

★5.7

A Holy Terror — Eastern millionaire's son Bard finds his father murdered and flies west to see rancher Drew who may know something about

A Holy Terror

1931•Western

★5.7

★5.7

The Thrill Hunter — A blowhard cowboy talks himself into a job as a movie stunt man.

The Thrill Hunter

1933•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jay Wilsey.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
N/A	The Bonanza Buckaroo	Bill Merritt	Flop	Similar →
1942	Lawless Plainsmen	Cowhand Slim	Flop	Similar →
1941	The Lone Rider in Ghost Town	Cowboy	Flop	Similar →
1941	The Lone Rider Crosses the Rio	Henchman Bart	Flop	Similar →
1941	The Lone Rider Rides On	Bart	Flop	Similar →
1939	Rough Riders' Round-up	Barfly	Flop	Similar →
1937	The Rangers Step In	Captain Thomas	Flop	Similar →
1937	Law of the Ranger	Lt. Wells	Flop	Similar →
1936	Rio Grande Ranger	Texas Ranger (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1936	Avenging Waters	Fence Foreman	Average	Similar →
1936	Red River Valley	Construction Worker (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1935	3 Kids and a Queen	Cop	Average	Similar →
1935	Texas Terror	Blackie Martin	Flop	Similar →
1935	Powdersmoke Range	Tex Malcolm (as Buffalo Bill Jr.)	Flop	Similar →
1935	Rainbow Valley	Butch Galt	Flop	Similar →
1934	'Neath the Arizona Skies	Jim Moore	Flop	Similar →
1934	The Lawless Frontier	2nd Zanti Henchman	Flop	Similar →
1934	Vengence is Mine	Second Henchman	Flop	Similar →
1934	Pals of the Prairie	Bob Bentley	Flop	Similar →
1934	Rawhide Romance	Buck Cartwright	Flop	Similar →
1934	Adventures of Texas Jack	Bill Mayberry	Flop	Similar →
1934	Wheels of Destiny	Bill Collins	Flop	Similar →
1934	Riding Speed	Steve (as Buffalo Bill Jr.)	Flop	Similar →
1934	Lighting Bill	Bill	Flop	Similar →
1933	Strange People	Traveller	Flop	Similar →
1933	Deadwood Pass	Deputy	Flop	Similar →
1933	The Fighting Cowboy	Bill Carson	Flop	Similar →
1933	The Thrill Hunter	Pilot	Average	Similar →
1932	Dynamite Denny	-	Flop	Similar →
1932	The Texan	Bill Rust	Flop	Similar →
1931	A Holy Terror	Cowboy (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1931	Pueblo Terror	Bill Sommers	Flop	Similar →
1931	Trails of the Golden West	-	Flop	Similar →
1930	Westward Bound	Bob Lansing	Flop	Similar →
1930	South of Sonora	Bill Tracy	Flop	Similar →
1930	Bar-L Ranch	Bob Tyler	Flop	Similar →
1930	Way Out West	Hank	Average	Similar →
1930	The Cheyenne Kid	Buck Allen / The Cheyenne Kid	Flop	Similar →
1930	Beyond the Rio Grande	Bill	Flop	Similar →
1928	The Valley Of Hunted Men	Tom Mallory	Flop	Similar →
1928	The Ballyhoo Buster	Bob Warner	Flop	Similar →
1927	The Ridin' Rowdy	Bill Gibson	Flop	Similar →
1926	Bad Man's Bluff	Zane Castleton	Flop	Similar →
1926	Hoodoo Ranch	-	Flop	Similar →
1926	The Roaring Rider	Buffalo Bill Jr.	Flop	Similar →
1925	The Desert Demon	Bill Davis	Flop	Similar →
1925	On the Go	Bill Drake	Flop	Similar →
1924	Thundering Romance	Lightning Bill	Flop	Similar →
1924	Bringin' Home the Bacon	Bill Winton	Flop	Similar →
1924	Fast and Fearless	Lightning Bill Lewis	Flop	Similar →

Jay Wilsey - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jay Wilsey?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jay Wilsey is "Avenging Waters" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has Jay Wilsey acted in?

Jay Wilsey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jay Wilsey?

Other notable films include "3 Kids and a Queen", "Way Out West", and "A Holy Terror".