Tom Dillon
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tom Dillon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Tom Dillon'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tom Dillon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Scarlet Street, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tom Dillon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom Dillon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tom Dillon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | The Notorious Landlady | Coroner's Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Night Tide | Merry-Go-Round Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Search for Bridey Murphy | John MacCarthy (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Oklahoma Woman | Jimmy Marsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Catered Affair | Father Murphy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Remains to Be Seen | Frank (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Enforcer | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman on the Run | Joe Gordon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Saints and Sinners | O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Black Arrow | Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Girl Tisa | Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Exile | Jasper | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Favorite Brunette | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Duel in the Sun | Train Engineer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | That Brennan Girl | Father Malloy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Black Beauty | Skinner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Strange Love of Martha Ivers | Police Detective #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Virginian | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Father McConnell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Cop in Prowl Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Scarlet Street | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pursuit to Algiers | Matthias Cherney (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Mildred Pierce | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hitchhike to Happiness | Ryan (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dangerous Partners | Police Captain at Finale (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Escape in the Fog | Lieutenant Commander (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Woman in the Window | Police Officer Dillon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Invisible Man's Revenge | Ned Towle, Darts Expert (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Going My Way | Police Officer Pat McCarthy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Whistling in Brooklyn | Manager of the Beavers | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arizona | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Nellie Kelly | Father Malone (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Birthright | - | Flop | Similar → |
Tom Dillon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom Dillon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Dillon is "Scarlet Street" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Tom Dillon acted in?
Tom Dillon has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom Dillon?
Other notable films include "Mildred Pierce", "The Woman in the Window", and "Kansas City Confidential".