John Gilbert
ActingAbout John Gilbert
American actor John Gilbert (born John Cecil Pringle) was one of the biggest stars of the Silent films era. His career subsequently significantly waned during the first years of the sound era.
John Gilbert Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Gilbert reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Gilbert's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of John Gilbert'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 While Paris Sleeps, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Gilbert Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Gilbert's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Gilbert has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Clara Bow: Discovering the "It" Girl | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Greta Garbo: The Temptress and the Clown | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Hollywood: The Dream Factory | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Actor Arriving at MGM (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Yesterday and Today | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hollywood on Parade No. B-1 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | His Glorious Night | Captain Kovacs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | A Man's Man | John Gilbert (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Show People | John Gilbert (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Masks of the Devil | Baron Reiner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Four Walls | Benny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Cossacks | Lukashka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Flesh and the Devil | Leo von Harden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Bardelys the Magnificent | Marquis Christian de Bardelys | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ | Chariot Race Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Big Parade | James 'Jim' Apperson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | He Who Gets Slapped | Bezano | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Snob | Eugene Curry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Married Flirts | John Gilbert (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | His Hour | Gritzko | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Romance Ranch | Carlos Brent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Lone Chance | Jack Saunders | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | A Man's Mate | Paul | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Wolf Man | Gerald Stanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Just Off Broadway | Stephen Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Exiles | Henry Holcombe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | St. Elmo | St. Elmo Thornton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Madness of Youth | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Truxton King | Truxton King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | While Paris Sleeps | Dennis O'Keefe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A California Romance | Don Patricio Fernando | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Love Gambler | Dick Manners | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Calvert's Valley | Page Emlyn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Honor First | Jacques Dubois / Honoré Duboois | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Yellow Stain | Donald Keith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Arabian Love | Norman Stone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Ladies Must Live | The Gardener | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Shame | William Fielding / David Field | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Servant in the House | Percival | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Great Redeemer | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Deep Waters | Bill Lacey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The White Circle | Frank Cassilis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Widow by Proxy | Jack Pennington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | For a Woman's Honor | Dick Rutherford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Red Viper | Dick Grant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Little Brother of the Rich | Carl Wilmerding | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The White Heather | Dick Beach | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Love or Justice | Benny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Dark Road | Cedric Constable (as Jack Gilbert) | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Gilbert - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Gilbert?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Gilbert is "While Paris Sleeps" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Gilbert acted in?
John Gilbert has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Gilbert?
Other notable films include "Shame", "The Dark Road", and "The Great Redeemer".