Bill Johnson

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

16Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 16, 1951

Birth Place: Texas, USA

About Bill Johnson

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Bill Johnson (born December 16, 1951) is an American actor, known for his role as Leatherface in the 1986 horror film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Johnson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Horror

The majority of Bill Johnson's filmography leans towards the Horror 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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Johnson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Stephen King's World of Horror, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bill Johnson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bill Johnson's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

Stephen King's World of Horror (1989) movie poster

★8.0

Stephen King's World of Horror: This horror documentary is not the same as the 1986 TV special Stephen King's World of Horror nor the 1988 VHS release o

Stephen King's World of Horror

1989•Documentary

★8.0

Dinner with Leatherface (2024) movie poster

★8.0

Dinner with Leatherface: A look at poet, author, filmmaker, actor, and horror icon Gunnar Hansen—the original Leatherface in the first Texas Chai

Dinner with Leatherface

2024•Documentary

★7.2

Underground Entertainment: The Movie (2011) movie poster

★7.2

Underground Entertainment: The Movie: On the 20th anniversary of their edgy little 90's cable show Underground Entertainment, the authors, along with many SF,

Underground Entertainment: The Movie

2011•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Talk Radio: A rude, contemptuous talk show host becomes overwhelmed by the hatred that surrounds his program just before it goes nat

Talk Radio

1988•Drama

★7.0

It Runs in the Family (2006) movie poster

★7.0

It Runs in the Family: Using interviews with the cast & crew and rarely seen home video footage, IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY covers the genesis, maki

It Runs in the Family

2006•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bill Johnson.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	Dinner with Leatherface	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2023	Butchers Bluff	-	Flop	Similar →
2022	The Once and Future Smash	Bill Johnson	Average	Similar →
2016	Kill or Be Killed	Hugo	Flop	Similar →
2015	B-Documentary	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2014	The Caretakers	Mr. Lyons	Flop	Similar →
2013	Lucid	Paw Paw	Flop	Similar →
2011	Underground Entertainment: The Movie	Spooky Bill	Hit	Similar →
2006	It Runs in the Family	Himself	Hit	Similar →
2006	Fall to Grace	Auggie	Flop	Similar →
1992	A Fight for Honor	Master	Flop	Similar →
1989	Stephen King's World of Horror	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
1988	Talk Radio	Fan #1	Hit	Similar →
1988	Full Moon in Blue Water	Stranger #2	Average	Similar →
1988	The American Scream	Roy	Flop	Similar →
1986	The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2	Leatherface	Average	Similar →

Bill Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bill Johnson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Johnson is "Stephen King's World of Horror" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Bill Johnson acted in?

Bill Johnson has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bill Johnson?

Other notable films include "Dinner with Leatherface", "Underground Entertainment: The Movie", and "Talk Radio".