Henry O'Neill
ActingAbout Henry O'Neill
Henry O'Neill (1891–1961) was an American film actor known for playing gray-haired fathers, lawyers, and similarly roles during the 1930s and 1940s. O'Neill began his acting career on the stage, after dropping out of college to join a traveling theatre company. He served in the military in World War I, then returned to the stage. In the early 1930s he began appearing in films, including The Big Shakedown, Santa Fe Trail, Anchors Aweigh, The Green Years, and The Reckless Moment. His last film was The Wings of Eagles. Henry O'Neill died in 1961 at the age of 69.
Henry O'Neill Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Henry O'Neill 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 Henry O'Neill's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of Henry O'Neill'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 Dark Shadows, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Henry O'Neill Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Henry O'Neill's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Henry O'Neill has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | The Sun Shines Bright | Joe D. Habersham | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Scandal Sheet | Charlie Barnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Milkman | Bradley, Sr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Man of Her Own | Mr. Harkness | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Holiday Affair | Mr. Crowley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Reckless Moment | Tom Harper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias Nick Beal | Judge Ben Hobbs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Green Years | Canon Roche | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Bad Bascomb | Gov. Winton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Anchors Aweigh | Admiral Hammond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | This Man's Navy | Lt. Cmdr. Roger Graystone | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dark Shadows | Dr. Everett Colner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Guy Named Joe | Col. Sykes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Lost Angel | Professor Josh Pringle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Whistling in Brooklyn | Inspector Holcomb | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thousands Cheer | Captain in Frank Morgan Skit (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Raid Wardens | Rittenhause | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Stand by for Action | Cmdr. Stone M.C | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Shadow of the Thin Man | Jason Sculley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honky Tonk | Daniel Wells | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blossoms in the Dust | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | District Attorney (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet | Dr. Lentz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Child is Born | Dr. Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | A.H. Remson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Juarez | General Miguel Miramon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Lucky Night | Calvin Jordan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Colonel Dodge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jezebel | General Theopholus Bogardus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of Emile Zola | Colonel Picquart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Draegerman Courage | Dr. Thomas Haslett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Arthur Sheldon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Green Light | Dr. Endicott | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Defense Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rainbow on the River | Father Josef | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The White Angel | Dr. Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Ward Bryant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Road Gang | George Winston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Walking Dead | District Attorney Werner | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Story of Louis Pasteur | Dr. Emile Roux | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dr. Socrates | Greer | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Oil for the Lamps of China | Edward Hartford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dinky | Col. Barnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | While the Patient Slept | Elihu Dimuck | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gentlemen Are Born | Mr. Harper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Fashions of 1934 | Duryea | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady Killer | Ramick | Hit | Similar → |
Henry O'Neill - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Henry O'Neill?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Henry O'Neill is "Dark Shadows" with a rating of 9.1/10.
How many movies has Henry O'Neill acted in?
Henry O'Neill has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Henry O'Neill?
Other notable films include "Rainbow on the River", "The Milkman", and "Lost Angel".