Bruce Penhall
ActingAbout Bruce Penhall
Bruce Lee Penhall (born May 10, 1957 in Balboa, California, U.S.) is an American former motorcycle speedway racer who also starred in television and in film. He was the World Speedway Champion in 1981 and 1982 and rode for the successful Cradley Heath Heathens speedway team in the United Kingdom. He retired from speedway racing the night he won his second World Championship in 1982 in front of his home crowd at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. In his relatively short career Bruce Penhall appeared in 7 World Finals in all speedway competitions including the riding for the United States in the World Pairs Championship and the World Team Cup. He would win 4 World Championships in total, adding the 1981 World Pairs and 1982 World Team Cup to his individual titles.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bruce Penhall reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Bruce Penhall's filmography leans towards the Action 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bruce Penhall remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in On Any Sunday II, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bruce Penhall Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce Penhall's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bruce Penhall.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHiPs '99 | Bruce Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Dallas Connection | Chris Cannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Enemy Gold | Chris Cannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Fit to Kill | Bruce Christian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hard Hunted | Bruce Christian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Do or Die | Bruce Christian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Guns | Bruce Christian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Savage Beach | Bruce Christian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Picasso Trigger | Hondo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Body Count | Dave Calloway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | On Any Sunday II | Self - Speedway Rider | Hit | Similar → |
Bruce Penhall - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce Penhall?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Penhall is "On Any Sunday II" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Bruce Penhall acted in?
Bruce Penhall has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce Penhall?
Other notable films include "CHiPs '99", "Body Count", and "Fit to Kill".