Joe Martin
ActingAbout Joe Martin
Joe Martin (born between 1911 and 1913 – died after 1931) was a captive orangutan who appeared in at least 50 American films of the silent era, including approximately 20 comedy shorts, several serials, two Tarzan movies, Rex Ingram's melodrama Black Orchid and its remake Trifling Women, the Max Linder feature comedy Seven Years Bad Luck, and the Irving Thalberg-produced Merry-Go-Round.
Joe Martin Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joe Martin reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joe Martin's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Joe Martin'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 What Darwin Missed, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joe Martin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Martin's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joe Martin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | Spangles | The Chimp (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | Orangutan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Merry-Go-Round | Chimp (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | Trifling Women | Orangutan (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Adventures of Tarzan | Man in Ape Suit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Monkey Movie Star | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Monkey Hero | Monkey Hero | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Seven Years Bad Luck | The Chimpanzee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Prohibition Monkey | Joe Martin - An Orang-outang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Evil Eye | Orangutan (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Baby Doll Bandit | The Chimp | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | King of the Circus | Chimp (Uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Monkey Stuff | A Chimp | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Looney Lions and Monkey Business | The Chimp | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Man and Beast | The Orang-Outang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Making Monkey Business | The Ape | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Black Orchids | Haitim-Tai | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | What Darwin Missed | The Wise Oran-Outang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Hungry Happy's Dream | Joe Martin the Chimp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Lady Baffles and Detective Duck in When the Wets Went Dry | Orangutan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Joe Martin Turns 'Em Loose | Joe Martin - the Inheritance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Black Box | Chimp | Average | Similar → |
Joe Martin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Martin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Martin is "What Darwin Missed" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Joe Martin acted in?
Joe Martin has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Martin?
Other notable films include "Hollywood", "A Prohibition Monkey", and "Making Monkey Business".