Tom Dillon
ActingTom Dillon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tom Dillon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tom Dillon's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Tom Dillon'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 Tom Dillon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom Dillon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tom Dillon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | The Notorious Landlady | Coroner's Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Night Tide | Merry-Go-Round Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Search for Bridey Murphy | John MacCarthy (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Oklahoma Woman | Jimmy Marsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Catered Affair | Father Murphy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Remains to Be Seen | Frank (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Enforcer | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman on the Run | Joe Gordon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Saints and Sinners | O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Black Arrow | Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Girl Tisa | Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Exile | Jasper | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Favorite Brunette | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Duel in the Sun | Train Engineer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | That Brennan Girl | Father Malloy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Black Beauty | Skinner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Strange Love of Martha Ivers | Police Detective #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Virginian | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Father McConnell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Cop in Prowl Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Scarlet Street | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pursuit to Algiers | Matthias Cherney (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Mildred Pierce | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hitchhike to Happiness | Ryan (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dangerous Partners | Police Captain at Finale (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Escape in the Fog | Lieutenant Commander (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Woman in the Window | Police Officer Dillon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Invisible Man's Revenge | Ned Towle, Darts Expert (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Going My Way | Police Officer Pat McCarthy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Whistling in Brooklyn | Manager of the Beavers | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | There's Something About a Soldier | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arizona | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Nellie Kelly | Father Malone (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Birthright | - | Flop | Similar → |
Tom Dillon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom Dillon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Dillon is "Scarlet Street" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Tom Dillon acted in?
Tom Dillon has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom Dillon?
Other notable films include "Mildred Pierce", "The Woman in the Window", and "Kansas City Confidential".