Phil Arnold
ActingPhil Arnold Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Phil Arnold 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 Phil Arnold's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Phil Arnold'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 The Big Heat, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Phil Arnold Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phil Arnold's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Phil Arnold has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Skidoo | Mayor's Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Blackbeard's Ghost | Popcorn Vendor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Cool Ones | Uncle Steve | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Good Times | Solly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Enter Laughing | Waiter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Swinger | Seedy Character (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Hold On! | Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Your Cheatin' Heart | Pie Eating Contest Barker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | What a Way to Go! | Publicity and Press Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Robin and the 7 Hoods | Hatrack | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt | Television Technician | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Incredible Mr. Limpet | Short Fisherman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Under the Yum-Yum Tree | Delivery Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Sam - Clothing Store Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Comancheros | Nervous Drunk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Jazz Singer | Messenger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Go, Johnny, Go! | Call Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Gun Is Quick | Shorty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Creeps | (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Conqueror | Honest John (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell | Fiorello LaGuardia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Illegal | News Vendor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Butch - Assistant at Stillman's Gym (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Agent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Big Heat | Nick (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Pardon My Backfire | Escaped Convict | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Tricky Dicks | Chopper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Jazz Singer | Stagehand | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | O. Henry's Full House | Convict (Prologue) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | G.I. Jane | Mousey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kentucky Jubilee | Emcee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Underworld Story | Gus the Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Ghost Talks | Ghost of Peeping Tom (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Dynamite | Photographer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Deadline | Doc Snodgrass | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Main Street Kid | Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Rose of Santa Rosa | Doorman | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Gangster | Minor Role (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | Sneezing Bank Customer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kilroy Was Here | Sugar Bowl Proprietor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Little Miss Broadway | Benson Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Killer at Large | Taxi Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Sarge Goes to College | Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crime Doctor | Third Reporter in Court | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Dr. Broadway | Hershel, newsboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Brooklyn Orchid | Hymie | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Buzzy and the Phantom Pinto | The Stranger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Second Chorus | Shaw's First Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Remedy for Riches | Townsman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Christian Meets the Women | Train Conductor | Flop | Similar → |
Phil Arnold - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phil Arnold?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phil Arnold is "The Big Heat" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Phil Arnold acted in?
Phil Arnold has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phil Arnold?
Other notable films include "What a Way to Go!", "A Star Is Born", and "Lover Come Back".