Paul Dillon
ActingAbout Paul Dillon
Paul Dillon is an American character actor who began his career in show business in Chicago. His film career began in 1994 with the film Blink in which he played the role of Neal Booker. He played Paddy O'Brien in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, the most successful film in which he has a credited role. Dillon also has appeared on many hit TV series including NYPD Blue, CSI: Miami, The Guardian, and his recurring role as Angelo in The Pretender. Most recently, he had a guest appearance as Ezekiel in the new ABC drama Night Stalker. Currently, he plays Gary in the play Rantoul and Die.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Dillon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Paul Dillon's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Dillon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sarajin, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paul Dillon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Dillon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Dillon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sylvania | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Bikeriders | The Kid's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Sarajin | Captain Liam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Abandoned | Harrington | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | End of Fall | Chief Frank Kowalski | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Blue Hour | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | One Night with You | Will | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Pretender: Island of the Haunted | Angelo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Fight Club | Irvin (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Soldier | Slade | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Chicago Cab | Cab Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery | Patty O'Brien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter | Rochus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Cutthroat Island | Snelgrave | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Fair Game | Leonide "the Hacker" Volkov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Natural Born Killers | Prison Inmate who breaks TV | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Blink | Neal Booker | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Spike of Bensonhurst | 1st Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | 1969 | Boy in audience | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Kiss Daddy Goodnight | Sid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Beauty Brothers | - | Flop | Similar → |
Paul Dillon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Dillon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Dillon is "Sarajin" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Paul Dillon acted in?
Paul Dillon has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Dillon?
Other notable films include "Fight Club", "Natural Born Killers", and "The Blue Hour".