Phil Arnold
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Phil Arnold reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Phil Arnold'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Phil Arnold remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Big Heat, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Phil Arnold Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phil Arnold's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Phil Arnold.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Skidoo | Mayor's Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Blackbeard's Ghost | Popcorn Vendor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Cool Ones | Uncle Steve | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Good Times | Solly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Enter Laughing | Waiter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Swinger | Seedy Character (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Hold On! | Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Your Cheatin' Heart | Pie Eating Contest Barker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | What a Way to Go! | Publicity and Press Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Robin and the 7 Hoods | Hatrack | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt | Television Technician | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Incredible Mr. Limpet | Short Fisherman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Under the Yum-Yum Tree | Delivery Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Sam - Clothing Store Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Comancheros | Nervous Drunk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Jazz Singer | Messenger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Go, Johnny, Go! | Call Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Gun Is Quick | Shorty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Conqueror | Honest John (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Creeps | (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell | Fiorello LaGuardia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Illegal | News Vendor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Butch - Assistant at Stillman's Gym (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Big Heat | Retreat Waiter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Pardon My Backfire | Escaped Convict | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Tricky Dicks | Chopper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Jazz Singer | Stagehand | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | O. Henry's Full House | Convict (Prologue) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | G.I. Jane | Mousey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kentucky Jubilee | Emcee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Underworld Story | Gus the Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Ghost Talks | Ghost of Peeping Tom (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Dynamite | Photographer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Deadline | Doc Snodgrass | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Main Street Kid | Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Rose of Santa Rosa | Doorman | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Gangster | Minor Role (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | Sneezing Bank Customer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kilroy Was Here | Sugar Bowl Proprietor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Little Miss Broadway | Benson Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Killer at Large | Taxi Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Sarge Goes to College | Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crime Doctor | Third Reporter in Court | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Dr. Broadway | Hershel, newsboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Brooklyn Orchid | Hymie | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Buzzy and the Phantom Pinto | The Stranger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Second Chorus | Shaw's First Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Remedy for Riches | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Christian Meets the Women | Train Conductor | Flop | Similar → |
Phil Arnold - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phil Arnold?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phil Arnold is "The Big Heat" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Phil Arnold acted in?
Phil Arnold has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phil Arnold?
Other notable films include "What a Way to Go!", "A Star Is Born", and "Lover Come Back".