
Paul Butler
ActingPaul Butler Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul Butler reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paul Butler's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Paul Butler'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 Dummy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul Butler Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Butler's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul Butler has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Before the Devil Knows You're Dead | Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Reign Over Me | George Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Confess | Agent Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Tadpole | Professor Sherman | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | State and Main | Real Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Insider | Charlie Phillips | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Giraffe | Lieutenant Lynch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Wedding | Preacher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Spanish Prisoner | Bookbinder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Color of Justice | Stan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | It Is Now Our Time: Peter Sellars’ The Merchant of Venice | Shylock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vanishing Son III | Estabrook | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vanishing Son II | Estabrook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vanishing Son | Estabrook | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Tracey Ullman Takes on New York | Jay Levine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Romeo Is Bleeding | Skouras | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Glengarry Glen Ross | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Cabinet of Dr. Ramirez | Narc | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Strictly Business | Leroy Halloran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Homicide | Commissioner Walker | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | He Said, She Said | Al, at the Deli | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Rookie | Captain Hargate | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | To Sleep with Anger | Gideon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Things Change | Gas Station Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Crime Story: Pilot | Det. Walter Clemmons | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Off Beat | Jordan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Silver Bullet | Edgar Rounds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Compromising Positions | 2nd Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Old Enough | Security Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Dummy | Sgt. Alonzo Hobbs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Buns | Rex's Dad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Spook Who Sat by the Door | Do-Daddy Dean | Average | Similar → |
Paul Butler - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Butler?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Butler is "Dummy" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Paul Butler acted in?
Paul Butler has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Butler?
Other notable films include "The Wedding", "The Insider", and "Crime Story: Pilot".




