Bill Flynn
ActingAbout Bill Flynn
Bill Flynn was born in Cape Town in 1948 and had a passion for show business from an early age. He was also an excellent sportsman and played first team rugby while studying drama at the University of Cape Town. As a founder member of the historic Space Theatre he worked with the legendary Yvonne Bryceland in Athol Fugard's 'Hello and Goodbye'. It was for the role of Johnnie that he received his first Best Actor award in South Africa, as well as the Dublin Best Actors Award. Bill was extremely versatile with roles in over 150 stage plays. He tackled tragedy, farce, dramas, pantomime and musicals earning 13 Best Actor Awards along the way. More than anything he loved to try and make his fellow actors laugh on stage. His comedy talents were used in over 42 movies, including 'Oh Shucks, Here Comes UNTAG'.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Flynn reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Bill Flynn's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 5% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Flynn remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Running Riot, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bill Flynn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Flynn's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bill Flynn.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Running Riot | Tjokkie Hetherington | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Oh Schuks... I'm Gatvol! | Ali Haque | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Heel Against the Head | Tjokkie Hetherington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Live Wire: Human Timebomb | Juarez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Kalahari Harry | Kallie van Graan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Prince of Pretoria | Dolf Beukes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Oh Schucks...! Here Comes UNTAG | Zapman | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | A Private Life | Jack Dupont | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Jewel of the Gods | Abdul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Options | Paul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Saturday Night at the Palace | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | You Gotta Be Crazy! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Funny People II | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | City Lovers | Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kill and Kill Again | Hotdog | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | What You Sow | Bobby Griesel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Die Winter van 14 Julie | Chappies de Villiers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | House of the Living Dead | Simeon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Deadly Jaws | Thug | Average | Similar → |
Bill Flynn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Flynn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Flynn is "Running Riot" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Bill Flynn acted in?
Bill Flynn has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Flynn?
Other notable films include "Deadly Jaws", "Oh Schucks...! Here Comes UNTAG", and "Funny People II".