Billy Drago
ActingAbout Billy Drago
Billy Drago (July 18, 1946 – June 24, 2019) was an American actor known for his roles as villains in television and motion pictures.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Billy Drago reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Billy Drago's filmography leans towards the Action genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Billy Drago remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Black Asylum, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Billy Drago Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Billy Drago's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Billy Drago.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | The Go-Go Boys: The Inside Story of Cannon Films | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Low Down | Lew | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Black Asylum | Leonard Gorman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Children of the Corn: Genesis | Preacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Underground Entertainment: The Movie | Spankin' Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Balls to the Wall | Belthagor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Ghost Town | Reb Halland | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Dark Moon Rising | Thibodeaux | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Copperhead | Jesse Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Moving McAllister | The Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Dead One | The Old Indian | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | 13 Graves | Red Maines | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Hills Have Eyes | Papa Jupiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Imprint | Christopher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Blood Relic | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Demon Hunter | Asmodeus | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Mysterious Skin | Zeke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Tremors 4: The Legend Begins | Black Hand Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Circuit | Lenny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Welcome to America | Crazy Old Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Very Mean Men | Dante | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Lima: Breaking the Silence | General Monticito Frantacino | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Soccer Dog: The Movie | The Dog Catcher (Damon Fleming) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Monkey Business | Branson (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Assault on Devil's Island | Gallindo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Sci-fighters | Adrian Dunn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mad Dog Time | Wells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Lunar Cop | Kay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Never Say Die | Reverend James | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Cyborg 2 | Danny Bench | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Lady Dragon 2 | Diego | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Guncrazy | Hank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Death Ring | Danton Vachs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Secret Games | Mark Langford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Martial Law II: Undercover | Captain Krantz | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection | Ramon Cotta | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | China White | Scalia | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | True Blood | Billy "Spider" Masters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Freeway | Edward Anthony Heller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hero and the Terror | Dr. Highwater | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Banzai Runner | Syszek | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Untouchables | Nitti | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | In Self Defense | Edward Reeves | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Hunter's Blood | Snake | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vamp | Snow | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Invasion U.S.A. | Mickey | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Pale Rider | Deputy Mather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Johnny Belinda | Cutter | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Cutter's Way | Garbage Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | No Other Love | Brian | Hit | Similar → |
Billy Drago - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Billy Drago?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Drago is "Black Asylum" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Billy Drago acted in?
Billy Drago has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Billy Drago?
Other notable films include "Welcome to America", "The Untouchables", and "Mysterious Skin".