
Robert Wilcox
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Robert Wilcox (May 19, 1910, Rochester, New York – June 11, 1955, New York City), was a U.S. movie actor of the 1930s and 40s. His career began in earnest in 1936 after being discovered doing a summer-stock production of The Petrified Forest. He was married twice, first to Florence Rice in 1937, and then later to Diana Barrymore in 1950. He is perhaps best known for playing Bob Wayne and his alter ego, The Copperhead in the 1940 movie serial Mysterious Doctor Satan. Wilcox died of a heart attack on June 11, 1955. He was 45 years old. He is buried at Riverside Cemetery in Rochester, New York. Description above from the Wikipedia article Robert Wilcox (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Robert Wilcox Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Wilcox reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Robert Wilcox's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Robert Wilcox'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 Swing That Cheer, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Wilcox Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Wilcox's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Wilcox has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | The Vigilantes Return | Clay Curtwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Wild Beauty | Gordon Madison | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Richard Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mysterious Doctor Satan | Bob Wayne / Copperhead | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dreaming Out Loud | Dr. Kenneth Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Island of Doomed Men | Mark Sheldon | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Strikes | Ralph Bolton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Buried Alive | Johnny Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man They Could Not Hang | 'Scoop' Foley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blondie Takes a Vacation | John Larkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Undercover Doctor | Tom Logan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Kid From Texas | 'Duke' Hastings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gambling Ship | Larry Mitchell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Swing That Cheer | Larry Royal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Little Tough Guy | Paul Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Young Fugitives | Ray Riggins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Rascals | Tony | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Reckless Living | Danny Farrell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | City Girl | Donald Sanford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Carnival Queen | Art Calhoun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild and Woolly | Frank Bailey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Armored Car | Larry Wills | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man in Blue | Frankie Dunne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let Them Live | Dr. Donald Clipton | Super Hit | Similar → |
Robert Wilcox - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Wilcox?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Wilcox is "Swing That Cheer" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Robert Wilcox acted in?
Robert Wilcox has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Wilcox?
Other notable films include "Gambling Ship", "Wild and Woolly", and "The Man in Blue".



