Dick O'Neill
ActingAbout Dick O'Neill
Richard Francis O'Neill was an American stage, film and television character actor best known for playing Irish cops, fathers, judges and army generals. He began his acting career as an original company member of Arena Stage in Washington, D.C.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dick O'Neill reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Dick O'Neill'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dick O'Neill remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Master Ninja 5, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dick O'Neill Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dick O'Neill's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dick O'Neill.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Better Days | Harry Clooney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Ellen Foster | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Unspoken Truth | Thomas Cleary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | It Runs in the Family | Pulaski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The American Clock | Ryan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Highway Heartbreaker | Alex's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Loose Cannons | Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | She's Out of Control | Mr. Pearson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Diamond Trap | Lt. Barnett | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Secret Life of Kathy McCormick | Ray | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Passion Flower | Martin Churit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Mosquito Coast | Mr. Polski | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | There Must Be a Pony | Chief Investigator Roy Clymer | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Prizzi's Honor | Bluestone | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Chiller | Clarence Beeson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Turk 182! | Powerhouse chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Lots of Luck | Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Master Ninja 5 | Leo Fairchild | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Touch of Scandal | Lieutenant Halquist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Wolfen | Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Ghosts of Buxley Hall | Gen. Eulace C. Buxley | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Comeback Kid | Phil | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Jerk | Frosty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Buddy Holly Story | Sol Gittler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | House Calls | Irwin Owett | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Perfect Gentlemen | Mr. Appleton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | It Happened One Christmas | Mr. Gower | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | MacArthur | Colonel Whitney | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Rosetti and Ryan: Men Who Love Women | Judge Proctor Hardcastle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Woman of the Year | Phil Whitaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Entertainer | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | St. Ives | Hesh | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The UFO Incident | General James Davison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Posse | Wiley | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Hustling | Keogh | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Front Page | McHugh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Taking of Pelham One Two Three | Correll | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Hail | Attorney General | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Some of My Best Friends Are... | Tim Holland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Pretty Poison | Bud Munsch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Soldier in Love | Footman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Gammera the Invincible | Gen. O'Neill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | To the Shores of Hell | Maj. Fred Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Capture That Capsule | Al | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Mugger | Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
Dick O'Neill - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dick O'Neill?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dick O'Neill is "The Master Ninja 5" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Dick O'Neill acted in?
Dick O'Neill has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dick O'Neill?
Other notable films include "The Unspoken Truth", "The Taking of Pelham One Two Three", and "Lots of Luck".