Matt Willis
ActingAbout Matt Willis
Matt Willis was an American actor. After a long film career, he returned to his hometown where he lived a quiet, sober life. In 1965, he was employed as an advertising salesman for WQVA, a radio station in Quantico, Virginia.
Matt Willis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matt Willis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Matt Willis's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Matt Willis'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 Scarlet Street, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matt Willis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matt Willis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matt Willis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Breakthrough | Pvt. Jimbo Hollis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Mutineers | Mate Toby Jarmin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Home in San Antone | Jewel Thief Thorg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Shep Comes Home | George | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | So Dear to My Heart | Mr. Burns - Horse Trainer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Noose Hangs High | Gangster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Radio Romeo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blonde Savage | Berger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Burning Cross | Mort Dauson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Son of Rusty | Luther Hebble | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | It's a Joke, Son! | Ace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Vacation in Reno | Hank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Singing on the Trail | Dan Prichard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Voyage | The Hammer | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Mr. Noisy | Ole Margarine (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Blonde Alibi | Detective Lane (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Scarlet Street | Policeman in Hogarth's Office (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Walk in the Sun | Sgt. Pete Halverson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dangerous Partners | Ezra Drumman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Forever Yours | Alabam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mark of the Whistler | Perry Donnelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Louisiana Hayride | Jeb Crocker | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Guy Named Joe | Lt. Hunter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Ghost That Walks Alone | Tom Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Return of the Vampire | Andreas Obry | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Roger | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Sergeant on Train (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | She Has What It Takes | 'One Round' Beasley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Mysterious Doctor | Bart Redmond | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | It Ain't Hay | Bouncer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mug Town | Bouncer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spirit of Stanford | Link Wyman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland to Deadwood | Henchman Red Larson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | Nazi Assassin (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spoilers | Poker Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Old California | Joker at Bar in San Francisco | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | First Sheriff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | About Face | Soldier with Daisy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Tragedy at Midnight | Dumb Cop (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Fleet's In | Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Swamp Water | Miles Tonkin | Average | Similar → |
Matt Willis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matt Willis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matt Willis is "Scarlet Street" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Matt Willis acted in?
Matt Willis has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matt Willis?
Other notable films include "Breakthrough", "Mr. Noisy", and "Mug Town".