Walt Whitman
ActingAbout Walt Whitman
Walt Whitman _(not to be confused with the poet, 1819-1892, of the same name)_ was an American stage and screen character actor, in films from 1915 to 1924.
Walt Whitman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Walt Whitman reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Walt Whitman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 65% of Walt Whitman'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 Captain of His Soul, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Walt Whitman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walt Whitman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Walt Whitman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | Long Live the King | The Chancellor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Grub Stake | The Skipper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Love Letter | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hearts Aflame | Charley Stump | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Fire Bride | Capt. Markham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Question of Honor | Sheb | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Girl from Rocky Point | The Devil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Mysterious Rider | Bellounds | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | His Nibs | The Boy's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Ne'er to Return Road | The Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Girl from God's Country | The Old Inventor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Three Musketeers | D'Artagnan's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Northern Trail | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Home Stretch | Mr. Warren | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Mark of Zorro | Fray Felipe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Everybody's Sweetheart | The Corporal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Darling Mine | James McCarthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Passion's Playground | Cure of Roquebrune | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Dangerous Hours | Dr. King | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | John Petticoats | Judge Clay Emerson Meredith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | When Bearcat Went Dry | Joel Fulkerson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Pretty Smooth | Ex-convict | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Cry of the Weak | Judge Creighton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Whom the Gods Would Destroy | Matthieu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Heart of Humanity | Father Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Daughter Angele | Anthony Brenton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Every Woman's Husband | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Price of Applause | Professor Arnold | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Captain of His Soul | Ebenezer Boyce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Without Honor | Deacon Hanford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Regenerates | Mynderse Van Duyn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Firefly of Tough Luck | 'Tough Luck' Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Polly Ann | Jacob Straightline | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Wee Lady Betty | The O'Reilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Girl, Glory | Jed Wharton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Millionaire Vagrant | Old Bookkeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Desert Man | Old Burns | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Paddy O'Hara | The Monk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Boss of the Lazy Y | Malcolm Clayton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Dark Road | Sir John Constable | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Last of the Ingrams | Israel Spence | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Princess of the Dark | James Herron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Criminal | Police Magistrate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Honorable Algy | The Vicar of Hadleigh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Three Musketeers | Cardinal Richelieu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Tools of Providence | Rev. Austin | Flop | Similar → |
Walt Whitman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walt Whitman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walt Whitman is "Captain of His Soul" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Walt Whitman acted in?
Walt Whitman has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walt Whitman?
Other notable films include "The Home Stretch", "The Dark Road", and "Daughter Angele".