Bill Nestell
ActingBill Nestell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bill Nestell 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 Bill Nestell's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Bill Nestell'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 Come on Danger!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bill Nestell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Nestell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bill Nestell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Dangerous Venture | Pete | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Call of the Rockies | Poisoned Miner Jim | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Woman of the Town | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Leather Burners | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Buckskin Frontier | Whiskers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Calling Wild Bill Elliott | Bar Tough with Cigar | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Ghost Rider | Bartender Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Border Patrol | Mine Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lost Canyon | Burly Deputy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Silver Queen | Fight Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland Mail | Man in Cafe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Come on Danger | Barfly | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Down Texas Way | Smitty the Blacksmith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Stagecoach Express | Bill - Miner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Stagecoach Buckaroo | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Outlaws of the Desert | Man from Waukegan | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Outlaws of the Desert | Cowhand | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | In Old Colorado | Blacksmith | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Law and Order | Burly Vote Counter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Three Men from Texas | Burly Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Melody Ranch | Man at Trial | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Ranger and the Lady | Freight Wagon Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stagecoach War | Barfly | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Burly Saloon Waiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Wild Bill | Blacksmith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boss of Bullion City | Egg Trick Victim | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Cowboys from Texas | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Arizona Kid | McBride Raider | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | New Frontier | Townsman at the Dance | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Caliente | Smelter Worker Trying to Lift Gold Ball | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Night Riders | Allen - A Brawler | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Silver on the Sage | Burly Cowhand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Frontier Scout | Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Is Where You Find It | Miner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | North of the Rio Grande | Juror | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hopalong Cassidy Returns | Blacksmith Pete | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Deadwood Pass | Henchman 'Forty-Four' | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Robbers' Roost | Mac | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Fourth Horseman | Bill - Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Come on Danger! | Texas Ranger / Stanton Rider (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Beyond the Rockies | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Freighters of Destiny | Windy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Sundown Trail | Burly Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Canyon of Missing Men | Blaney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Fighting Legion | Ed Hook (as Bill Nestelle) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Man from Nowhere | Dan McCloud (as Bill Nestel) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hell's Heroes | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Trail of the Horse Thieves | Babcock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | When the Law Rides | Snake Arnold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Sir Lumberjack | Lars Hanson | Super Hit | Similar → |
Bill Nestell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Nestell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Nestell is "Come on Danger!" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Nestell acted in?
Bill Nestell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Nestell?
Other notable films include "Overland Mail", "The Canyon of Missing Men", and "Trail of the Horse Thieves".