Burton Gilliam
Known for
Long careers are rarer than they look, and Burton Gilliam has become a familiar face who has spent far more time working than being talked about. The most visible line on the filmography is 'Back to the Future Part III' (Colt Gun Salesman). 'Blazing Saddles' is the other credit most often cited. Comedy accounts for the largest share of the work. The career now covers more than 53 years.
Burton Gilliam
29 Movies
9 Series
Long careers are rarer than they look, and Burton Gilliam has become a familiar face who has spent far more time working than being talked about. The most visible line on the filmography is 'Back to the Future Part III' (Colt Gun Salesman). 'Blazing Saddles' is the other credit most often cited. Comedy accounts for the largest share of the work. The career now covers more than 53 years.
Movies
Plays Colt Gun Salesman
Back to the Future Part III
1990
Plays Lyle
Blazing Saddles
1974
Plays Gollie
The Getaway
1994
Plays Bud
Fletch
1985
Plays Cowboy
Farewell, My Lovely
1975
Plays Welder
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
1974
Plays Floyd (Desk Clerk)
Paper Moon
1973
Plays Smiley
Gator
1976
Plays Mecanic Race Announcer
The Love Bug
1997
Plays Sheriff Murphy
Another Man, Another Chance
1977
Plays Roy
Honeymoon in Vegas
1992
Plays Big Tex
Drop Dead Sexy
2005
Plays Gas Station Attendant
Telefon
1977
Plays Lynch
Victim of Desire
1995
Plays Silas Bishop
The Journeyman
2001
Plays Man at Racetrack
At Long Last Love
1975
Plays Dewitt
The Terror Within II
1991
Plays Lester
Hearts of the West
1975
Plays Pawn Broker - Dad
The Lucky Man
2018
Plays Turner
Killing Down
2006
Plays Bubba
Fire from Below
2009
Plays Corporal
Uphill All the Way
1986
Plays Red
The Underachievers
1988
Plays The Mail Man
Soccer Dog: The Movie
1999
Plays Willie
Quake
1992
TV Shows
Plays Cpl. Strock
North and South
1985
Plays Sheriff Jeff Lewis
The A-Team
1983
Plays Frank
Walker, Texas Ranger
1993
Plays Bud
Mama's Family
1983
Plays Trucker Gene
Knight Rider
1982
Plays Stage Driver
Sliders
1995
Plays Locksmith
The Good Guys
2010
Plays Jasper
Love, American Style
1969
Plays Ulmer
Charlie's Angels
1976
Latest Trailers
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Remembering Gene Wilder
Full Filmography
The Lucky Man
Pawn Broker - Dad
2018
Film
The Good Guys
Locksmith · 1 episode
2010
TV
Fire from Below
Bubba
2009
Film
Retribution Road
Allie
2007
Film
Killing Down
Turner
2006
Film
Drop Dead Sexy
Big Tex
2005
Film
Shtickmen
Ray Sellers
2003
Film
Mi Amigo
Older Pal Grisham
2002
Film
The Journeyman
Silas Bishop
2001
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Burton Gilliam and where are they from?
Burton Gilliam is 87 years old, born on August 9, 1938 in Dallas, Texas, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Burton Gilliam?
Burton Gilliam is best known for roles in Back to the Future Part III, Blazing Saddles, Paper Moon.
How many movies has Burton Gilliam been in?
Over a 53-year career (since 1973), Burton Gilliam has appeared in 29 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Burton Gilliam's first movie?
The career of Burton Gilliam began with Paper Moon (1973).
What is Burton Gilliam's most recent movie or series?
Burton Gilliam's most recent release is Remembering Gene Wilder, which premiered on March 15, 2024.
What TV shows has Burton Gilliam appeared in?
On television, Burton Gilliam has appeared in Knight Rider, The A-Team, Walker, Texas Ranger, Sliders.
Burton Gilliam
1938-08-09 · Dallas, Texas, USA
Burton Gilliam (born August 9, 1938) is an American actor. He is best known for memorable roles in several popular 1970s movies, such as Blazing Saddles and Paper Moon, as well as comedic cameos in Back to the Future, Part III and Honeymoon in Vegas.