Marshall Bell
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Archibald Marshall Bell (born September 28, 1942) is an American actor. He has appeared in many character roles in movies and television. His best-known movies are probably A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985), Stand by Me (1986), Twins (1988) and Total Recall (1990). Description above from the Wikipedia article Marshall Bell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Marshall Bell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marshall Bell 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 Marshall Bell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Marshall Bell'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 Crazy Horse, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marshall Bell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marshall Bell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marshall Bell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Dreams | Michael McCarthy | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Mainstream | Marty | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Last Word | Edward | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Is That a Gun in Your Pocket? | Dwayne | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Thirty Nine | Lawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Director's Cut | Moving Company Guy | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Congressman | Sherm Hawkins | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Waffle Street | Miles Drake III | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | 90 Minutes in Heaven | Dr. Greider | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Palo Alto | Jake | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Rum Diary | Donavon | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Puncture | Jeffrey Dancort | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Heidi 4 Paws | Mr. Sesehund (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Hamlet 2 | Principal Rocker | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Rescue Dawn | Admiral | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nancy Drew | John Leshing | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Sex and Death 101 | Victor Rose III | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Astronaut Farmer | Judge Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Art School Confidential | Lonny | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Capote | Warden Marshall Krutch | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Dandelion | Uncle Bobby | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Identity | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Beneath Clouds | Boy at Service Station | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Tales from the Crypt: The Robert Zemeckis Collection | Joseph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Starship Troopers | General Owen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Brave | Larry | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Truth or Consequences, N.M. | Police Lieutenant | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Crazy Horse | Senator William B. Allison | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead | Lt. Atwater | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Natural Born Killers | Deputy #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Airheads | Carl Mace | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Chase | Ari Josephson | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Heaven & Earth | Dinner Guest #3 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Undercover Blues | Sikes | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Innocent Blood | Marsh | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Diggstown | Warden Bates | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Oscar | Reporter #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dick Tracy | Lips' Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Total Recall | George / Kuato | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Twins | Webster | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Tucker: The Man and His Dream | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cherry 2000 | Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | No Way Out | Assassin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Manhunter | Atlanta Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Stand by Me | Mr. Lachance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Seven Minutes in Heaven | Jeff's Stepfather | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge | Coach Schneider | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Birdy | Ronsky | Hit | Similar → |
Marshall Bell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marshall Bell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marshall Bell is "Crazy Horse" with a rating of 8.8/10.
How many movies has Marshall Bell acted in?
Marshall Bell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marshall Bell?
Other notable films include "Tales from the Crypt: The Robert Zemeckis Collection", "Stand by Me", and "Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy".