Bill Allen - Actor Profile

Bill Allen

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
14Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 7, 1962
Birth Place: Wichita, Kansas, USA

About Bill Allen

Allen was born in Wichita, Kansas. He became famous for his role in the 1986 film Rad as BMX racer Cru Jones. Among other roles, William appeared as Roger Sloate in the 1987 Family Ties television episode "Matchmaker". Bill has toured extensively for the band The Pipefitters with his harmonica, alongside actor Lou Diamond Phillips.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Allen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Bill Allen's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Allen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A RAD Documentary, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bill Allen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bill Allen's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2
A RAD Documentary (2025) movie poster
★8.2

A RAD Documentary: The official documentary about the 1986 cult classic RAD. It features exclusive interviews with cast, crew and the BMX l

A RAD Documentary

2025•Documentary
★7.3
Brothers (2009) movie poster
★7.3

Brothers: When his helicopter goes down during his fourth tour of duty in Afghanistan, Marine Sam Cahill is presumed dead. Back ho

Brothers

2009•Drama
★7.0
Born on the Fourth of July (1989) movie poster
★7.0

Born on the Fourth of July: Paralyzed in the Vietnam war, Ron Kovic becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betray

Born on the Fourth of July

1989•Drama
★6.4
Rad (1986) movie poster
★6.4

Rad: A BMX racer, who lives in a small town with his mother and sister, is faced with a tough decision, qualify for Helltrack

Rad

1986•Drama
★6.4
My One and Only (2009) movie poster
★6.4

My One and Only: A mother takes her two sons on an unusual road trip from New York to Pittsburgh, St. Louis and eventually Hollywood in h

My One and Only

2009•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bill Allen.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 A RAD Documentary Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 Banned - Flop Similar →
2024 Banned Himself Flop Similar →
2010 The Quiet Ones The Priest Flop Similar →
2009 Brothers Cop #3 Hit Similar →
2009 My One and Only Medic Average Similar →
2007 The Astronaut Farmer Reporter Average Similar →
1994 Sioux City Dan Larkin Flop Similar →
1991 Hard Time Romance - Flop Similar →
1989 Born on the Fourth of July Platoon - Vietnam Hit Similar →
1988 A Stoning in Fulham County Roy Average Similar →
1986 Rad Cru Average Similar →
1982 And They're Off Peter Campbell Flop Similar →
1980 Nightkill Porter #1 Flop Similar →

Bill Allen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bill Allen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Allen is "A RAD Documentary" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Bill Allen acted in?

Bill Allen has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bill Allen?

Other notable films include "Brothers", "Born on the Fourth of July", and "Rad".