William Phillips
ActingWilliam Phillips Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Phillips reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Phillips's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of William Phillips'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 High Noon, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Phillips Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Phillips's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Phillips has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia | Texan | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night Passage | Blacksmith / Livery Stable Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Revolt at Fort Laramie | Serrell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Naked Gun | Wilson - Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Fastest Gun Alive | Lars Toomey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Backlash | Rebel, the Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Slightly Scarlet | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | East of Eden | Coalman at Lettuce Fields / Man at Exercise Class (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man Without a Star | Cookie | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | New York Confidential | Whitey | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Private Eyes | Soapy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gun Belt | Curley | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Assistant Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | High Noon | Barber (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Bugles in the Afternoon | Tinney (as William 'Bill' Phillips) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Detective Story | Det. Pat Callahan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Veteran Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Texas Rangers | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cavalry Scout | Sgt. Wilkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Smuggler's Gold | Chet Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Gang | Roy Snead | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Devil's Doorway | Ed's Pal (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Father of the Bride | Foreman of Moving Men (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Outriders | Outrider at Dance (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | On the Town | Sailor Simkins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Easy Living | Ozzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Red Light | Det. Jim Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Johnny Allegro | Roy | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Act of Violence | War Vet Speaker at Dedication (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Musketeers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Man from Colorado | York | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Banty | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Brother Talks to Horses | Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Till the Clouds Roll By | Joe Hennessey | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Faithful in My Fashion | 1st Barfly | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Holiday in Mexico | Sam, Evans' Chauffeur | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Harvey Girls | 1st Cowboy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Great American Mug | Old Time Storyteller (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood | Kavanaugh's Assistant | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Hidden Eye | Marty Corbett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Anchors Aweigh | 1st Sailor on Pay Phone (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Last Installment | Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | Don Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | See Here, Private Hargrove | Pvt. Bill Burk (as Wm. 'Bill' Phillips) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | First Comes Courage | Edvard, Aanrud's assistant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Murder in the Big House | Mike - Henchman (as Bill Phillips) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady Gangster | Stew | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Sailor - Sparring Partner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Cameraman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
William Phillips - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Phillips?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Phillips is "High Noon" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has William Phillips acted in?
William Phillips has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Phillips?
Other notable films include "The Hidden Eye", "Private Eyes", and "East of Eden".