Dick Whittinghill

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

6Total Films

6.7 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 5, 1913

Birth Place: Montana, USA

About Dick Whittinghill

Noral Edwin "Dick" Whittinghill was an American film and television actor, recording artist and radio DJ in the United States. His early music career included membership in The Pied Pipers vocal group which sang with Tommy Dorsey's big band.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dick Whittinghill reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Dick Whittinghill's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dick Whittinghill remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dick Whittinghill Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dick Whittinghill's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7

Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter? (1957) movie poster

★6.7

Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?: To save his career, an ad man wants a sex symbol to endorse a lipstick but in exchange, she wants him to pretend to be h

Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?

1957•Comedy

★6.3

Bachelor in Paradise (1961) movie poster

★6.3

Bachelor in Paradise: A bachelor author of sleazy books moves to a family-oriented subdivision where he becomes an unofficial relationship adv

Bachelor in Paradise

1961•Comedy

★5.9

The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1963) movie poster

★5.9

The Courtship of Eddie's Father: Although he's only seven, Eddie's got it all figured out. He wants his father, a widower, to get remarried — to the girl

The Courtship of Eddie's Father

1963•Drama

★5.8

★5.8

-30-: A newspaper editor deals with a particularly stressful day in the newsroom.

-30-

1959•Drama

★4.9

★4.9

Bachelor Flat: Professor Bruce Patterson is constantly having to fight off the advances of his young female students and is engaged to

Bachelor Flat

1961•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dick Whittinghill.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1963	The Courtship of Eddie's Father	Radio Engineer (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1961	Bachelor Flat	Radio DJ (Voice)	Flop	Similar →
1961	Bachelor in Paradise	Bruce Freedman (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1959	-30-	Fred Kendall	Average	Similar →
1957	Jamboree!	Dick Whittinghill (Radio Host)	Flop	Similar →
1957	Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?	T.V. Interviewer	Hit	Similar →

Dick Whittinghill - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dick Whittinghill?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dick Whittinghill is "Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Dick Whittinghill acted in?

Dick Whittinghill has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dick Whittinghill?

Other notable films include "Bachelor in Paradise", "The Courtship of Eddie's Father", and "-30-".