Bruce McGill
ActingAbout Bruce McGill
Bruce Travis McGill (born July 11, 1950) is an American actor. Of his extensive film and television credits, he is perhaps best known for his role as Jack Dalton on the television series MacGyver and as D-Day in National Lampoon's Animal House.
Bruce McGill Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bruce McGill reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bruce McGill's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Bruce McGill'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 Where Are They Now?: A Delta Alumni Update, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bruce McGill Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce McGill's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bruce McGill has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Buried in Barstow | Von | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | American Underdog | Jim Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Blue Miracle | Wayne Bisbee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Belushi | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Poms | Chief Carl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Best of Enemies | Carvie Oldham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lincoln | Edwin Stanton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Unconditional | Detective Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Outlaws - For Greater Glory | President Calvin Coolidge | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Family Guy Presents: It's a Trap! | John Williams (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Fair Game | Jim Pavitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Perfect Game | Mr. Tanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Law Abiding Citizen | Jonas Cantrell | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Recount | Mac Stipanovich | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Lookout | Robert Pratt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Good Life | Frank Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Area 57 | Gen. Keller | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Cinderella Man | Jimmy Johnston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Collateral | Frank Pedrosa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Path to War | George Ball | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Matchstick Men | Chuck Frechette | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Runaway Jury | Judge Harkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Where Are They Now?: A Delta Alumni Update | Daniel Simpson 'D-Day' Day | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Live from Baghdad | Peter Arnett | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ali | Bradley | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | 61* | Ralph Houk | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Inside The Osmonds | George Osmond | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Legend of Bagger Vance | Walter Hagen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Insider | Ron Motley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery | Sheriff Rick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Yearbook: An Animal House Reunion | Self - D-Day | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Lawn Dogs | Nash | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Rosewood | Duke Purdy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Shadow of a Doubt | Dr. Fred Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Good Old Boys | City Marshall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Perfect World | Paul Saunders | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Cliffhanger | Treasury Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Black Widow Murders: The Blanche Taylor Moore Story | Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | My Cousin Vinny | Sheriff Farley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Last Boy Scout | Mike Matthews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Shoot First: A Cop's Vengeance | Shifton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Easter Story | (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Three Fugitives | Charlie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret of My Success | W. Shaw (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | As Summers Die | V.D. Skinner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Into the Night | Charlie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Silkwood | Mace Hurley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez | Reporter Blakely | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | A Whale for the Killing | Glenn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Animal House | Daniel Simpson Day | Hit | Similar → |
Bruce McGill - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce McGill?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce McGill is "Where Are They Now?: A Delta Alumni Update" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Bruce McGill acted in?
Bruce McGill has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce McGill?
Other notable films include "Inside The Osmonds", "Cinderella Man", and "Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery".