Al Hill
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Al Hill (July 14, 1892 – July 14, 1954) was an American film character actor who appeared in over 320 films between 1927 and 1954, including the 1951 film The Girl on the Bridge. Hill died in 1954 on his 62nd birthday. Description above from the Wikipedia article Al Hill (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Al Hill Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Al Hill reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Al Hill's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Al Hill's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Wide Open Faces, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Al Hill Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Al Hill's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Al Hill has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Shrine Auditorium Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Broken Lance | Miner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Living It Up | Newspaper Slugger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Calamity Jane | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bloodhounds of Broadway | Bookie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Stickman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | Carnival Game Proprietor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | 711 Ocean Drive | Al - Las Vegas Bookmaker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mr. Soft Touch | Fire Chief (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Deputy Madison (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Crooked Way | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Knock on Any Door | Detective Interrogating Romano (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Slightly French | Carnival Barker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Favorite Brunette | State Trooper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Johnny O'Clock | Fisherman | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | I've Always Loved You | Stagehand 2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Disgruntled Diner Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Townsman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dragon Seed | Japanese Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Gem of a Jam | Shorter Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Destroyer | Knife-Eating Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | First Killer (as Al M. Hill) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | For Me and My Gal | Newark Palace Stagehand (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Apache Trail | Shotgun Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pacific Blackout | Cop #2 in Cafe | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honky Tonk | Miner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | Truck Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Face Behind the Mask | Man Cooking in his Room (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Bank Dick | Filthy McNasty aka Rupulsive Rogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Driver in Cafe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | 1st Ex-Con (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Each Dawn I Die | Johnny - a Gangster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady in the Morgue | Spitzy | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wide Open Faces | Gangster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Gangster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stage Door | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Reporter in Dressing Room (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | San Quentin | Convict | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | You Only Live Once | Attendant in Second Gas Station (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Pinball Distributor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dr. Socrates | Gangster in Car | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Woman Wanted | Smiley's Henchman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Hood (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Shadow of Doubt | Tough on Pay Phone | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Punch Drunks | Killer Kilduff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady Killer | Casino Bouncer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Night After Night | Blainey | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Ten Cents a Dance | Jones, a Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Little Caesar | Rico's 'Butler' (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Doorway to Hell | Jimmy Kirk, Gangster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Al Hill - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Al Hill?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Al Hill is "Wide Open Faces" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Al Hill acted in?
Al Hill has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Al Hill?
Other notable films include "Strangers on a Train", "The Roaring Twenties", and "The Killers".