Bill Coontz
ActingBill Coontz Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bill Coontz reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bill Coontz's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 11% of Bill Coontz'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 The Littlest Hobo, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bill Coontz Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Coontz's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bill Coontz has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Convoy | Old Iguana | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Kingdom of the Spiders | Clyde | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Hearts of the West | Cowboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Smoke In The Wind | Stapp Huckaby (as Bill Foster) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Guns of a Stranger | Ace Gorenum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Big Daddy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Heaven with a Gun | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Solid Gold Girl | Barfly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Stakeout! | Benny (as William Foster) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Shootout at Big Sag | Beale Hawker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Bloodlust! | Insane Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Ole Rex | Jake Owens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Girl in Lovers Lane | Bill Coontz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Noose for a Gunman | Torchy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Lone Texan | Indian (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Plunderers of Painted Flats | Bill (as William Foster) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Frankenstein's Daughter | Loading Dock Foreman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Place to Land | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Littlest Hobo | Attendant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Man from God's Country | Henchman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | She Demons | Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Raiders of Old California | Turk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Ride Out for Revenge | Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hidden Guns | Dave - Deputy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Duel on the Mississippi | Riverboat Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Apache Ambush | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Wichita | Cowpuncher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Cattle Queen of Montana | Indian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Wild One | Cyclist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Thunder Over the Plains | Trooper (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Conquest of Cochise | Trooper (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Topeka | Bill (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Fort Vengeance | Mountie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Niagara | Young Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Maverick | Cattleman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Man from the Black Hills | Jed - Shotgun Rider (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Buffalo Bill in Tomahawk Territory | Foster - Henchman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Bill Coontz - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Coontz?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Coontz is "The Littlest Hobo" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Coontz acted in?
Bill Coontz has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Coontz?
Other notable films include "Niagara", "Duel on the Mississippi", and "The Wild One".