Billy House
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Billy House (May 7, 1889 – September 23, 1961) was an US vaudevillian, Broadway performer and feature film actor. After devoting most of his career to live performance, he moved to Hollywood where he became a supporting actor during the 1940s and 1950s. According to Orson Welles, the name "Billy House" was likely an invention for use in burlesque theatres. Description above from the Wikipedia article Billy House, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Billy House Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Billy House reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Billy House's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Billy House'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 Aladdin and His Lamp, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Billy House Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Billy House's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Billy House has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Imitation of Life | Fat Man on Beach | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Fountain of Youth | Albert Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Touch of Evil | Construction Site Foreman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tricks of Our Trade | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Naked Gun | Judge Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Outlaw Women | Uncle Barney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Aladdin and His Lamp | Kafan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Silver City | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | People Will Talk | Coonan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Santa Fe | Luke Plummer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Where Danger Lives | Mr. Bogardus | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rogues of Sherwood Forest | Friar Tuck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Inner Sanctum | McFee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Wistful Widow of Wagon Gap | Shotgun Rider (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Joe Palooka in the Knockout | Sam Wheeler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Egg and I | Billy Reed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Trail Street | Carmody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Stranger | Mr. Solomon Potter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Bedlam | Lord Mortimer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Thrill of a Romance | Dr. Tovve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Merry Go Round of 1938 | Billy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Expensive Women | George Allison | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Reckless Hour | Seymour Jennison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Smart Money | Irontown Salesman-Gambler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | God's Gift to Women | Mons. Cesare | Flop | Similar → |
Billy House - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Billy House?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy House is "Aladdin and His Lamp" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Billy House acted in?
Billy House has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Billy House?
Other notable films include "Joe Palooka in the Knockout", "Touch of Evil", and "Imitation of Life".