Bill Shirley
ActingAbout Bill Shirley
William Jesse Shirley (July 6, 1921 – August 27, 1989) was an American actor and tenor/lyric baritone singer who later became a Broadway theatre producer. He is perhaps best known as the speaking and singing voice of Prince Phillip in Walt Disney's 1959 animated classic Sleeping Beauty and for dubbing Jeremy Brett's singing voice in the 1964 film version of My Fair Lady. Description above from the Wikipedia Bill Shirley licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Bill Shirley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bill Shirley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bill Shirley's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Bill Shirley'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 Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 1 - Once Upon A Dream, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bill Shirley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Shirley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bill Shirley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 1 - Once Upon A Dream | Prince Phillip (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Disney's DTV Valentine | Prince Phillip (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Sleeping Beauty | Prince Phillip (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sweethearts on Parade | Bill Gamble | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd | Bruce Martingale | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | I Dream of Jeanie | Stephen Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Nancy Goes to Rio | Tenor in Operetta (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Dancing in the Dark | Singer of Title Song Over Opening Credits | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Three Little Sisters | Pvt. Ferguson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Ice Capades Revue | Denny | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Flying Tigers | Dale | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Hi, Neighbor | Dick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sailors on Leave | Bill Carstairs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Doctors Don't Tell | Tom Wayne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ice-Capades | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
Bill Shirley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Shirley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Shirley is "Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 1 - Once Upon A Dream" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Shirley acted in?
Bill Shirley has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Shirley?
Other notable films include "Disney's DTV Valentine", "Sleeping Beauty", and "Flying Tigers".