Bill Moores
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Bill Moores was born on 16 October 1934 to George and Lillian Moore – but he became Moores after his father accidentally wrote an extra “S” on the birth certificate. He grew up in Old Swan and Huyton Quarry, and lived in Prescot until his death on Monday 13 April 2015 at the age of 80. He began his acting career in local am-dram, performing with the Rainhill Garrick Society and the Rainhill Amateur Operatic Society. On TV, he was best-known for a long stint as Cedric – perpetually drunk and always propping up the bar – in the Liverpool-set sitcom Watching (1987-1993). He also starred in Our Day Out (1977), The Spongers (1978), The Muscle Market (1981), Boys from the Blackstuff (1982), No Surrender (1987) and Riff-Raff (1991). Alongside his TV and theatre work, he was head of the Liverpool division of actors’ union Equity for several years. He was also a familiar face behind the counter at HLS Motor Factors on Warrington Road, Prescot, and KLS on Hall Lane. In his later years he toured retirement homes with an acting company.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Moores reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Bill Moores'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 71% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Moores remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Our Day Out, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bill Moores Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Moores's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bill Moores.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | The Bullion Boys | Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Riff-Raff | Smurph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Distant Voices, Still Lives | Pubgoer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | No Surrender | Quasimodo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Muscle Market | Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Spongers | Local in Pub | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Our Day Out | Coach Driver | Super Hit | Similar → |
Bill Moores - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Moores?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Moores is "Our Day Out" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Bill Moores acted in?
Bill Moores has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Moores?
Other notable films include "The Muscle Market", "Distant Voices, Still Lives", and "Riff-Raff".