William Phipps
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. William Edward "Bill" Phipps (born February 4, 1922 in Vincennes, Indiana) is a retired American actor and producer, perhaps best known for his roles in dozens of classic sci-fi and westerns, both film and television, from the late 1940s through the mid 1960s. From then, until his retirement in 2000, his work was mainly in television. Description above from the Wikipedia article William Phipps, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Phipps 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: Western
The majority of William Phipps's filmography leans towards the Western 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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Phipps remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Ambush Murders, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Phipps Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Phipps's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Phipps.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists! | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey | Quentin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Messenger of Death | Doc Turner | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Lots of Luck | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Ambush Murders | Judge Cabot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bogie | Dr. Brandsma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Gunfight in Abilene | Frank Norton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Not With My Wife, You Don't! | Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round | Kleiner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Incident at Phantom Hill | Trader | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Evil of Frankenstein | Rena's Father (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Aftermath | Hicks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The FBI Story | Baby Face Nelson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Kiss Them for Me | Al Hendrick (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Brothers Rico | Joe Wesson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Boss | Stitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lust for Life | Emile Bernard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The First Texan | Lt. Jack LeBlanc (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Great Day in the Morning | Ralston (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Indian Fighter | Lt. Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Far Horizons | Night Camp Sentry (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rage at Dawn | William Peterson Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Smoke Signal | Private Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Violent Men | Bud Hinkleman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Executive Suite | Bill Lundeen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jesse James vs. the Daltons | Bill Dalton | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riot in Cell Block 11 | Mickey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Red River Shore | Ned Barlow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Cat-Women of the Moon | Douglas 'Doug' Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Fort Algiers | Lt. Gerrier | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Northern Patrol | Frank Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Julius Caesar | Servant to Antony | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Invaders from Mars | Sgt. Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Wash Perry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Blue Gardenia | Lt. George Foster (voice / uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Flat Top | Red Kelley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fort Osage | Nathan Goodspeed | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rose of Cimarron | Jeb Dawley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | No Questions Asked | Roger | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Five | Michael | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rider from Tucson | Tug Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Outriders | Young Union Guard Killed During Escape (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cinderella | Prince Charming (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Man on the Eiffel Tower | Janvier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | They Live by Night | Young Farmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Station West | Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Train to Alcatraz | Tommy Calligan | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Arizona Ranger | Ranger Mac | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Crossfire | Leroy | Hit | Similar → |
William Phipps - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Phipps?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Phipps is "The Ambush Murders" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has William Phipps acted in?
William Phipps has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Phipps?
Other notable films include "Aftermath", "Lots of Luck", and "Lust for Life".