Bill Sorrells

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

18Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 30, 1933

Birth Place: Solano County - California - USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Sorrells reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: TV Movie

The majority of Bill Sorrells's filmography leans towards the TV Movie 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Sorrells remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bill Sorrells Movies Ranked

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

★7.0

The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal (1979) movie poster

★7.0

The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal: The story of a fire in the Triangle Shirt Mfg. Co. building in New York City in 1911 that resulted in the deaths of 146

The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal

1979•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

The Bad News Bears: An aging, down-on-his-luck ex-minor leaguer coaches a team of misfits in an ultra-competitive California little league.

The Bad News Bears

1976•Family

★6.7

★6.7

Pretty Poison: A troubled arsonist spins a tale of espionage to a captivating girl, who becomes enthralled and entangled in his dangero

Pretty Poison

1968•Crime

★6.6

★6.6

Heaven Can Wait: Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An o

Heaven Can Wait

1978•Fantasy

★6.6

★6.6

The Howling: After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inha

The Howling

1981•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1985	This Wife for Hire	Race Official	Flop	Similar →
1984	The Hoboken Chicken Emergency	Carl Bobowicz	Flop	Similar →
1984	Silence of the Heart	2nd Mourner	Average	Similar →
1982	They Call Me Bruce?	Senator	Flop	Similar →
1981	The Howling	Kline	Hit	Similar →
1980	Any Which Way You Can	Bakersfield Officer	Average	Similar →
1980	Witches' Brew	Nick Carey	Flop	Similar →
1980	The Comeback Kid	Track Official	Average	Similar →
1979	Joni	TV Reporter	Average	Similar →
1979	The Power Within	Guard #2	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal	Fireman Bill	Hit	Similar →
1978	The Clone Master	Interviewer	Flop	Similar →
1978	Heaven Can Wait	Tomarken	Hit	Similar →
1978	Ruby and Oswald	Drunk Businessman	Average	Similar →
1977	Blue Sunshine	Ritchie Grazzo	Average	Similar →
1977	Rollercoaster	Selby	Average	Similar →
1976	The Bad News Bears	Mr. Tower	Hit	Similar →
1968	Pretty Poison	Cop at Beanery (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →

Bill Sorrells - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bill Sorrells?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Sorrells is "The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Bill Sorrells acted in?

Bill Sorrells has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bill Sorrells?

Other notable films include "The Bad News Bears", "Pretty Poison", and "Heaven Can Wait".