Walter Hiers
ActingAbout Walter Hiers
Walter Hiers (1893–1933) was an American silent film actor who died from pneumonia in 1933, aged 39. During his two decade-long acting career, spanning from 1912 to 1932, he starred in 101 films.
Walter Hiers Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Walter Hiers 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 Walter Hiers's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 4% of Walter Hiers'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 Hollywood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Walter Hiers Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter Hiers's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Walter Hiers has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | 70,000 Witnesses | Old Grad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Dancers in the Dark | Ollie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Private Scandal | Honest John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Wide Open Spaces | Ukelele Player | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Holy Terror | Traveling Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | A Wireless Lizzie | Walter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Speedy | Soda Fountain Cook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Girl from Gay Paree | Sam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Blondes by Choice | Horace Rush | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | A Racing Romeo | Sparks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Wrong Mr. Wright | Bond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Husband Hunters | Sylvester Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Fresh Faces | Walter - Contest Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Weak, But Willing | Walter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Triflers | Chick Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Along Came Ruth | Plinty Bangs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Christine of the Hungry Heart | Dan Madison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Virgin | Sam Hawkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Hold Your Breath | Freddie | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | Walter Hiers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Mr. Billings Spends His Dime | John Percival Billings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Ghost Breaker | Rusty Snow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Bought and Paid For | James Gilley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Her Gilded Cage | Bud Walton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Two Weeks with Pay | Hotel Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Oh, Lady, Lady | Willoughby Finch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Held by the Enemy | Thomas Beene | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | So Long Letty | Tommy Robbins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Fourteenth Man | Harry Brooks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Miss Hobbs | George Jessup | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Mrs. Temple's Telegram | Frank Fuller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Young Mrs. Winthrop | Dick Chetwyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Turning Point | Billy Inwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | What's Your Husband Doing? | Charley Pidgeon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Bill Henry | Salesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | When Doctors Disagree | John Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Leave It to Susan | Horace Peddingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Experimental Marriage | Charlie Hamilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Hard Boiled | Hiram Short | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Daredevil | 'Buzz' Clendenning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Mrs. Slacker | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Brown of Harvard | Tubby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Life's Whirlpool | Fatty Holmes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Mysterious Miss Terry | Freddie Bollen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | God's Man | Hugo Waldemar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The End of the Tour | 'Skinny' Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Seventeen | George Cooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Conquest of Canaan | Norman Flitcroft | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | For His Son | At Soda Fountain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | Her Awakening | - | Flop | Similar → |
Walter Hiers - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter Hiers?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter Hiers is "Hollywood" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Walter Hiers acted in?
Walter Hiers has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter Hiers?
Other notable films include "Speedy", "A Holy Terror", and "For His Son".