William Halligan
ActingWilliam Halligan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Halligan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Halligan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of William Halligan'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 Circus Show-Up, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Halligan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Halligan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Halligan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Dark Mirror | Sergeant Temple (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Judge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dick Tracy | Mayor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Week-End at the Waldorf | Chief Jennings | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Flame of Barbary Coast | Tom Buckman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Great Mike | Doc Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Riders of the Deadline | Simon Crandall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Seventh Victim | Paul Radeaux (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Black Hills Express | Marshal Harvey Dorman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Coney Island | Murph, the Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Leopard Man | Brunton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | He's My Guy | Elwood (as Bill Halligan) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Life Begins at Eight-Thirty | Sgt. McNamara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Foreign Agent | Bob Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Henry Aldrich, Editor | Norman Kenly | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Big Street | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Moontide | "Charlie", Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Remarkable Andrew | Mr. Bricker, Banker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Broadway Big Shot | Warden Collins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Gentleman at Heart | Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blonde Comet | Cannonball Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Remember the Day | Tom Hanlon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Mr. Celebrity | Daniel Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Double Cross | Houston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tom, Dick and Harry | Mr. Burton (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Gangs Inc. | Police Chief Flynn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Emergency Landing | George B. Lambert | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Murder Among Friends | Dr. James Gerald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Third Finger, Left Hand | Ralph Russell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Latimer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Earl of Puddlestone | Henry Potter-Potter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | McCreery's Associate #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | You Can't Fool Your Wife | J.R. Gillespie, Sr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | 'Til We Meet Again | Bartender on Boat | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | One Way Passage | Agua Caliente Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Blessed Event | Herbert Flint | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Lady and Gent | Doc Hayes | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | By Whose Hand? | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Dancers in the Dark | Terry - Trumpeter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Circus Show-Up | Detective Hickey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | High Pressure | Bartender (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Public Defender | Lyn Austin the Auctioneer | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Everything’s Rosie | Dr. Powers- Medicine Barker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Follow the Leader | Bob Sterling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Waltzing Around | - | Flop | Similar → |
William Halligan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Halligan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Halligan is "The Circus Show-Up" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has William Halligan acted in?
William Halligan has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Halligan?
Other notable films include "One Way Passage", "The Postman Always Rings Twice", and "The Dark Mirror".