Bill McKinney
Biography
Bill McKinney was an American character actor. He was born on September 12, 1931, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. McKinney was known for his performances in multiple films, including those directed by Clint Eastwood. He was also recognized for his work in the movie Deliverance. McKinney's colleagues perceived him as big, brutal, and dangerous, although he was only 5' 10" tall. He appeared in 96 acting credits. McKinney passed away on December 1, 2011, at the age of 80.
Career overview
Bill McKinney was an American character actor. He is known for his performances in various films. McKinney appeared in seven films directed by Clint Eastwood. One of his notable roles was as Captain "Redlegs" Terrill in The Outlaw Josey Wales. He also played a mountain man in a film where he abused and sodomized a character played by Ned Beatty.
McKinney's physical appearance was often perceived as intimidating by his colleagues. However, he was actually 5' 10" (1,78 m) tall. The actor's career spanned multiple film roles, with a total of 96 known credits. His work in the film industry showcased his acting abilities.
Bill McKinney was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. He passed away on December 1, 2011, at the age of 80.
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Full Filmography
99 titles- Clint Eastwood: The Last Legend (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- The Custom Mary (2011) as The Silent Boss
- How Do You Know (2010) as Maitre D'
- Pride and Glory (2008) as Crime Scene Cop
- Take (2008) as Benjamin Gregor
- Ghost Town: The Movie (2008) as Victor Burnett
- Lucky You (2007) as Satellite Cashier
- Rocker (2006) as Mr. Hill
- The Garage (2006) as Bernie
- Undertow (2004) as Grandfather
- Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003) as Acme VP, Nitpicking
- Clint Eastwood: Out of the Shadows (2000) as Self
- The Green Mile (1999) as Jack Van Hay
- The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Scandal of 1920 (1999) as Mack
- Hell Hath No Fury: The Making of The Outlaw Josey Wales (1999) as Self
- The Magnificent Seven (1998) as Liver-Eating Jones
- A Promise to Carolyn (1996) as Butch Maggart
- Lone Justice 2 (1995) as Verlon Borges
- It Came from Outer Space II (1995) as Roy Minter
- City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold (1994) as Matt
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Sheriff
- Ned Blessing (1993)
- La Classe américaine (1993) as Frédéric's Agressor #1 (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Love, Cheat & Steal (1993) as Kolchak
- Batman: The Animated Series (1992) as Jonah Hex (voice)
- The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles (1992) as Mack
- Back to the Future Part III (1990) as Engineer
- The China Lake Murders (1990) as Capt. Finney N.H.P.
- Baywatch (1989) as Drew
- Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects (1989) as Father Burke
- Under the Gun (1988) as Miller
- Matewan (1987) Set Dressing Production Assistant
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Charlie Demsey
- Hunter (1984) as Harlan Pinder
- Cover Up (1984)
- The Master (1984) as Sheriff Kyle
- Against All Odds (1984) as Head Coach
- Master Ninja (1984) as Sheriff Kyle
- Final Justice (1984) as Wilson
- The A-Team (1983) as Clint
- The A-Team (1983) as Royko
- Heart Like a Wheel (1983) as "Big Daddy" Don Garlits
- Knight Rider (1982)
- First Blood (1982) as State Police Capt. Dave Kern
- Tex (1982) as Pop McCormick
- St. Helens (1982) as Kilpatrick
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Mr. Warner
- The Fall Guy (1981) as Taggart
- The Fall Guy (1981) as Draper
- Bret Maverick (1981)
- Galactica 1980 (1980) as Barrett
- Any Which Way You Can (1980) as Dallas
- Bronco Billy (1980) as Lefty LeBow
- Carny (1980) as Marvin Dill
- B. J. and the Bear (1979)
- When You Comin' Back, Red Ryder? (1979) as Tommy Clark
- Every Which Way but Loose (1978) as Dallas, Treasurer Biker
- The Runaways (1978)
- The Gauntlet (1977) as Constable
- Valentino (1977) as Jail Cop
- Christmas Miracle in Caufield, U.S.A. (1977) as Willie
- The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) as Terrill
- The Shootist (1976) as Jay Cobb
- Cannonball (1976) as Cade Redman
- Baretta (1975)
- Starsky & Hutch (1975) as Johnny Bagley
- Bronk (1975)
- Breakheart Pass (1975) as Reverend Peabody
- The Family Holvak (1975)
- Long Way Home (1975) as Deputy Shanks
- Strange New World (1975) as Badger
- The Manhunter (1974)
- Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974) as Crazy Driver
- Kodiak (1974) as Abel Lonegan
- The Parallax View (1974) as Parallax Assassin
- The Execution of Private Slovik (1974) as Sergeant
- This Is the West That Was (1974) as Drago Wellman
- The Strange and Deadly Occurrence (1974) as Pratt
- The Godchild (1974) as Cpl. Crawley
- The Underground Man (1974) as Willy Coggins
- The Healers (1974) as Mr. Brown
- The Outfit (1973) as Buck Cherney
- Cleopatra Jones (1973) as Purdy
- Deliverance (1972) as Mountain Man
- The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (1972) as Fermel Parlee
- Kansas City Bomber (1972) as Buddy Taylor (uncredited)
- Junior Bonner (1972) as Red Terwiliger
- Columbo (1971) as Luke Basket
- Alias Smith and Jones (1971)
- Alias Smith and Jones (1971) as Lobo
- McCloud (1970)
- Angel Unchained (1970) as Shotgun
- Firecreek (1968) as Bearded Gunfighter (uncredited)
- Ironside (1967)
- Mannix (1967)
- She Freak (1967) as Steve St. John
- The Monkees (1966) as Janitor
- I Dream of Jeannie (1965) as Crewman #1
- Secret File: Hollywood (1962)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bill McKinney best known for?
Bill McKinney is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including How Do You Know (2010), Pride and Glory (2008), The Partridge Family (1970), Everwood (2002).
When and where was Bill McKinney born?
Bill McKinney was born on September 12, 1931 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. They passed away on December 1, 2011.
How many credits does Bill McKinney have?
Bill McKinney has accumulated over 99 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2022.
What is Bill McKinney's background in cinema and television?
Bill McKinney was an American character actor. He was born on September 12, 1931, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. McKinney was known for his performances in multiple films, including those directed by Clint Eastwood. He was also recognized for his work in the movie Deliverance. McKinney's colleagues perceived him as bi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Batman: The Animated Series (1992) as Jonah Hex (voice) — aged about 60
- The Green Mile (1999) as Jack Van Hay — aged about 67
- Columbo (1971) as Luke Basket — aged about 39
- I Dream of Jeannie (1965) as Crewman #1 — aged about 33
- The Fall Guy (1981) as Taggart — aged about 49
- The Fall Guy (1981) as Draper — aged about 49
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