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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dale Van Sickel reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Dale Van Sickel's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 88% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dale Van Sickel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Spider Returns, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dale Van Sickel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dale Van Sickel's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dale Van Sickel.
| 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 | - | 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) | 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) | Hit | 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".