Dale Van Sickel
ActingAbout Dale Van Sickel
Dale Harris Van Sickel (November 29, 1907 – January 25, 1977) was an American college football, basketball and baseball player during the 1920s, who later became a Hollywood motion picture actor and stunt performer for over forty years.
Dale Van Sickel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dale Van Sickel reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dale Van Sickel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 86% of Dale Van Sickel'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 Spider Returns, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dale Van Sickel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dale Van Sickel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dale Van Sickel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Duel | Car Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Love Bug | Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Flim-Flam Man | Deputy Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Johnny Reno | Ab Conners | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Town Tamer | Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Great Race | Driver in Green Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Birdman of Alcatraz | Alcatraz Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | North to Alaska | Saloon Brawler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Trainer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Elmer Gantry | Salesman in Saloon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Cast a Long Shadow | Poker Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | North by Northwest | Ranger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Land | Cowboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Garment Jungle | Truck Driver's Helper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tea and Sympathy | Burly Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Ransom! | Policeman in Phone Booth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Photographer in a Dressing Room (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Seven Brides for Seven Brothers | Leader of Fourth Barn Raising Team (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Railroad Thug (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Far Country | Jeff's Attacker on Riverboat (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Looter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Arctic Flight | Joe Dorgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | His Kind of Woman | Seaman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | He Ran All the Way | Officer Newcomb (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Storm Warning | Walter Adams / Townsman at Inquest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gun Crazy | Meat Plant Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bruce Gentry | Gregory | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | G-Men Never Forget | Fred Brent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Brute Force | Guard in Machine Shop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | God Is My Co-Pilot | Holstrom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Destroyer | Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | FBI Assistant - Phone Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hellzapoppin' | Man Who Falls Into Pool / Frankenstein Monster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Spider Returns | Henchman Cahill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Co-Worker in Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Championship Fight Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Office Worker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Gentleman at Twelve Oaks Barbecue (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Wedding Reception Guest / Dog Show Attendee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Nightclub Dancer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Charlie Chan at the Olympics | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dodsworth | Ship Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Lawyer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Roberta | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Duck Soup | A Palace Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Bombshell | Cocoanut Grove Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Million Dollar Legs | Klopstokian Athlete on Train (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Huddle | Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Dale Van Sickel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dale Van Sickel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dale Van Sickel is "The Spider Returns" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Dale Van Sickel acted in?
Dale Van Sickel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dale Van Sickel?
Other notable films include "North by Northwest", "Bruce Gentry", and "Gone with the Wind".