Chief Thundercloud
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Victor Daniels (April 12, 1899 – December 1, 1955), known professionally as Chief Thundercloud, was an American character actor in Westerns. He is noted for being the first actor to play the role of Tonto, the Lone Ranger's Native-American companion, on the screen.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chief Thundercloud 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 Chief Thundercloud'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chief Thundercloud remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Shut My Big Mouth, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Chief Thundercloud Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chief Thundercloud's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chief Thundercloud.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | The Half-Breed | Apache (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Buffalo Bill in Tomahawk Territory | Black Hawk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Santa Fe | Chief Longfeather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Iroquois Trail | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Colt .45 | Walking Bear | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Ticket to Tomahawk | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Traveling Saleswoman | Running Deer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Ambush | Tana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Davy Crockett, Indian Scout | Sleeping Fox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mrs. Mike | Indian (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Call of the Forest | Stormcloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Senator Was Indiscreet | Indian (as Chief Thunder Cloud) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Prairie | Eagle Feather | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Renegade Girl | Chief White Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Badman's Territory | Chief Tahlequah | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Phantom Rider | Chief Yellow Wolf | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sonora Stagecoach | Chief Thundercloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Outlaw Trail | Thundercloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Fighting Seabees | Indian Seabee (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Law Rides Again | Thundercloud | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady in a Jam | Thundercloud (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Shut My Big Mouth | Indian Interpreter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pirates on Horseback | Flying Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Western Union | Indian Leader | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hudson's Bay | Orimha | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Wandering Spirit | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wyoming | Lightfoot | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Typhoon | Kehi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young Buffalo Bill | Akuna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hi-Yo Silver | Tonto | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Murder on the Yukon | Henchman Manti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Geronimo | Geronimo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Fighting Mad | Indian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cat and the Canary | Indian Guide | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Indian (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Ranger Rides Again | Tonto | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flaming Frontiers | Thunder Cloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Great Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok | Chief Gray Eagle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lone Ranger | Tonto | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Renfrew of the Royal Mounted | Indian henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Riders of the Whistling Skull | High Priest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ride, Ranger, Ride | Little Wolf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ramona | Pablo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | For the Service | Indian Brave (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Silly Billies | Indian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Custer's Last Stand | Young Wolf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rustler's Paradise | Henchman (as Thunder Cloud) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Wagon Trail | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Cyclone of the Saddle | Yellow Wolf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rustlers of Red Dog | Chief Grey Wolf [Chs. 1, 5, 11] | Super Hit | Similar → |
Chief Thundercloud - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chief Thundercloud?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chief Thundercloud is "Shut My Big Mouth" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Chief Thundercloud acted in?
Chief Thundercloud has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chief Thundercloud?
Other notable films include "Silly Billies", "Rustlers of Red Dog", and "The Cat and the Canary".