Bradford Dillman
ActingAbout Bradford Dillman
Bradford Dillman was an American stage, screen, and television actor, as well as an author starred in the taut crime drama Compulsion (1959). The lanky, dark-haired Dillman also played Robert Redford's best friend J.J. in The Way We Were (1973). Dillman also appeared opposite Clint Eastwood in the Dirty Harry films The Enforcer (1976) and Sudden Impact (1983). In director Richard Fleischer's Compulsion, derived from the infamous Leopold & Loeb case of the 1920s, Dillman and Stockwell starred as the brazen killers Arthur A. Straus and Judd Steiner, respectively, who think they have committed the perfect murder. Dillman, Stockwell and Orson Welles (who played their attorney) shared best actor honors at the 1959 Cannes Film Festival. The Fox film was an adaptation of a Broadway hit, with Dillman taking on the role that Roddy McDowall had originated on the stage.
Bradford Dillman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bradford Dillman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bradford Dillman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Bradford Dillman'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 Longstreet, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bradford Dillman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bradford Dillman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bradford Dillman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | The Heart of Justice | Mr. Burgess | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sudden Impact | Captain Briggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Tourist | Harry Flemington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Memory of Eva Ryker | Jason Eddington | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Guyana: Crime of the Century | Dr. Gary Shaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Love and Bullets | Jim Brickman | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Piranha | Paul Grogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Swarm | Maj. Baker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Inside 'the Swarm' | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Lincoln Conspiracy | John Wilkes Booth | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Enforcer | Captain McKay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Demon, Demon | Sam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Bug | Prof. James Parmiter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Next Voice You See | Stan Kay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Force Five | Michael Dominick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Legendary Curse of the Hope Diamond | Ned McLean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Adventures of the Queen | Martin Reed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | A Black Ribbon for Deborah | Michel Lagrange | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Disappearance of Flight 412 | Maj. Mike Dunning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | 99 and 44/100% Dead | Big Eddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Gold | Manfred Steyner | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Chosen Survivors | Peter Macomber | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Last Bride Of Salem | Matt Clifton | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Iceman Cometh | Willie Oban | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Way We Were | J.J. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Deliver Us from Evil | Steven Dennis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Eyes of Charles Sand | Jeffrey Winslow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler | Sen. Clayton Zachary Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Revenge! | Frank Klaner | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Five Desperate Women | Jim Meeker | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Brother John | Lloyd Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Escape from the Planet of the Apes | Dr. Lewis Dixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Mephisto Waltz | Bill Delancey | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Longstreet | Duke Paige | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Suppose They Gave a War and Nobody Came? | Capt. Myerson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Bridge at Remagen | Maj. Barnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Fear No Evil | Paul Varney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Jigsaw | Jonathan Fields | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Helicopter Spies | Luther Sebastian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Sergeant Ryker | Capt. David Young | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Plainsman | Lt. Stiles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Jane | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Francis of Assisi | Francis Bernardone of Assisi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Sanctuary | Gowan Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Circle of Deception | Capt. Paul Raine | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Crack in the Mirror | Larnier / Claude | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Compulsion | Arthur A. Straus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | In Love and War | Alan Newcombe | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Certain Smile | Bertrand Griot | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Keep Our Honor Bright | Student | Hit | Similar → |
Bradford Dillman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bradford Dillman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bradford Dillman is "Longstreet" with a rating of 9.3/10.
How many movies has Bradford Dillman acted in?
Bradford Dillman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bradford Dillman?
Other notable films include "The Next Voice You See", "Tourist", and "Francis of Assisi".