Norman Willis
ActingNorman Willis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Norman Willis 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 Norman Willis's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 76% of Norman Willis'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 The Avenging Rider, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Norman Willis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Norman Willis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Norman Willis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | A Hatful of Rain | Ed (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Thunder Over Arizona | Sheriff Hudson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Drum Beat | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Silver River | Tough (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bandits of Dark Canyon | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bowery Buckaroos | Blackjack McCoy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Black Gold | Monty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Little Miss Broadway | Santos | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cheyenne | Gambler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Out West | Doc Barker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | San Antonio | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | In Old New Mexico | Will Hastings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Law of the Badlands | Clyde Whipple | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Roaring Guns | Michen - Mine Foreman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Phantom Lady | Worker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hail to the Rangers | Monte Kerlin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Dudley Hirsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Avenging Rider | Red Hall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Night to Remember | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland to Deadwood | Cash Quinlan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Down Rio Grande Way | Mack Vandall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Gauchos of El Dorado | Bart Braden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Iron Claw | Roy Benson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Outlaws of the Panhandle | 'Faro Jack' Vaughn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | You, the People | Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Beyond the Sacramento | Nelson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | King of the Royal Mounted | Tarner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Neves, Mike's Assistant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Virginia City | Union Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Joe - Shot at Floyd (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Legion of the Lawless | Les Harper | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Bootlegger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Forgotten Woman | Stu Mantle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Broadway Serenade | Divorce Process Server (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Boy Slaves | Drift Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Dawn Patrol | Von Richter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | International Settlement | Marine | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Tim Tyler's Luck | Spider Webb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | A Girl with Ideas | Hanson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Henchman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Midnight Taxi | Jefferson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Torture Money | Henchman Doc (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Alibi for Murder | Joel Balerino (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Louie Vinci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | F-Man | Jerry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Florida Special | "Cockeyed" Nurse (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mary Burns, Fugitive | Joe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Atlantic Adventure | Police Radio Dispatcher | Average | Similar → |
Norman Willis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Norman Willis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Norman Willis is "The Avenging Rider" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Norman Willis acted in?
Norman Willis has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Norman Willis?
Other notable films include "Down Rio Grande Way", "Hail to the Rangers", and "Law of the Badlands".