Bill Henderson
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William Randall Henderson (March 19, 1926 – April 3, 2016) was an American television and film actor, and jazz singer. Beginning in the mid-1970s, he frequently appeared on television and in film in minor and supporting roles. Henderson's film credits include Inside Moves (1980), Clue (1985), City Slickers (1991) and White Men Can't Jump (1992).
Bill Henderson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bill Henderson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bill Henderson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 39% of Bill Henderson'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 Do You Remember Love, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bill Henderson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Henderson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bill Henderson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Who Done It: The Clue Documentary | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Hard Ground | Junior Gunn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Kiss of a Stranger | Buster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Smiling Fish & Goat On Fire | Clive Winter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Trippin' | Gramps Reed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Lethal Weapon 4 | Angry Patient | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hoodlum | Mr. Redmond | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Conspiracy Theory | Hospital Security | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Ghosts of Mississippi | Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | 'Weird Al' Yankovic: (There's No) Going Home | Blind Lemon Yankovic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Maverick | Riverboat Poker Player | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Marked for Murder | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | White Men Can't Jump | Bill Henderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | City Slickers | Ben Jessup | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | No Holds Barred | Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | How I Got Into College | Detroit High School Coach | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Cousins | Valhalla Band | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The George McKenna Story | Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Wisdom | Theo | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Murphy's Law | Ben Wilcove | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Smart Alec | Julie's Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Clue | The Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Fletch | Speaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Do You Remember Love | Wendell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension | Casper Lindley | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Fear City | Nicky's Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Get Crazy | King Blues | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | One Shoe Makes it Murder | Chick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Continental Divide | Train Conductor | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Inside Moves | Blue Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Flesh & Blood | Fight Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Kid from Left Field | Brad Linquist | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Billy: Portrait of a Street Kid | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Fire Sale | Psychiatrist (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Silver Streak | Red Cap | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mother, Jugs & Speed | Charles Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Louis Armstrong: Chicago Style | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Cornbread, Earl and Me | Watkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | A Shadow in the Streets | Leroy Marcus Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Get Christie Love! | Sgt. Stoner Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Cool Breeze | Minister (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Bill Henderson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Henderson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Henderson is "Do You Remember Love" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Henderson acted in?
Bill Henderson has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Henderson?
Other notable films include "Billy: Portrait of a Street Kid", "Clue", and "One Shoe Makes it Murder".