Actor
Bill Pullman
- Born: 17 January 1953, Hornell, New York, USA
- Estimated net worth: $18 million
Bill Pullman is an American actor known for his versatility across various genres. He gained prominence for his roles in films like 'Independence Day' and 'While You Were Sleeping.' Pullman is respected for his commanding presence and distinctive voice, often…
Bill Pullman: best films and shows
About Bill Pullman
Bill Pullman is an American actor known for his versatility across various genres. He gained prominence for his roles in films like 'Independence Day' and 'While You Were Sleeping.' Pullman is respected for his commanding presence and distinctive voice, often portraying characters that embody both strength and vulnerability throughout his career.
- Born
- 17 January 1953, Hornell, New York, USA
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
- Spouses
- Tamara Hurwitz (1987-present)
- Children
- 3 children, including Lewis Pullman
- Parents
- James Pullman, Dorothy Pullman
- Estimated net worth
- $18 million
Fun facts about Bill Pullman
- Bill Pullman was a guest star on the popular TV series 'The Simpsons' in 1992.
- He once served as the president of the Screen Actors Guild.
Famous Bill Pullman quotes
“Today, we celebrate our Independence Day!”
“I love you. I just want to be with you.”
“I don't think there's a right way to be a parent.”
Bill Pullman: coming up
- Spaceballs: The New One (Movie, Lone Starr)22 April 2027
Credits and dates: TMDB.
Bill Pullman filmography
Cast (134)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Spaceballs: The New One Movie | Lone Starr | |
| 2026 | Everybody Digs Bill Evans Movie | Harry | 4.0 |
| 2026 | The Basics of Philosophy Movie | Melvyn Jorrisen | 5.8 |
| 2026 | The Boroughs TV | Jack Willard | 7.2 |
| 2026 | Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! TV | Self - Actor | 7.8 |
| 2025 | Roland Emmerich - Weltenzerstörer, Weltenerbauer Movie | Self - actor | 7.0 |
| 2025 | Killing Faith Movie | Ross | 6.4 |
| 2023 | Murdaugh Murders: The Movie TV | Alex Murdaugh | 7.4 |
| 2022 | This Fool TV | Curtis | 7.4 |
| 2022 | American Horses Movie | Narrator (voice) | 10.0 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Halston TV | David Mahoney | 7.0 |
| 2020 | Charlie Russell's Old West Movie | Charles M. Russell | |
| 2020 | Yellowstone Movie | (voice) | 8.8 |
| 2020 | The High Note Movie | Max | 7.0 |
| 2020 | Cursed Films TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 2019 | Dark Waters: The Cost of Being a Hero Movie | Self | 7.7 |
| 2019 | Dark Waters Movie | Harry Dietzler | 7.5 |
| 2019 | The Coldest Game Movie | Joshua Mansky | 6.2 |
| 2019 | The Kelly Clarkson Show TV | Self | 6.2 |
| 2019 | National Theatre Live: All My Sons Movie | Joe Keller | 8.5 |
| 2019 | Epic Yellowstone TV | Narrator (voice) | 9.3 |
| 2018 | Trouble Movie | Ben | 5.0 |
| 2018 | The Equalizer 2 Movie | Brian Plummer | 6.8 |
| 2017 | The Ballad of Lefty Brown Movie | Lefty Brown | 6.3 |
| 2017 | LBJ Movie | Ralph Yarborough | 6.4 |
| 2017 | Battle of the Sexes Movie | Jack Kramer | 6.7 |
| 2017 | Steve TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 2017 | The Sinner TV | Harry Ambrose | 7.5 |
| 2017 | A Thousand Junkies Movie | Bill Pullman | 7.2 |
| 2017 | Walking Out Movie | Clyde | 5.9 |
| 2016 | The War of 1996: A United World News Special Movie | President Whitmore | |
| 2016 | Brother Nature Movie | Jerry Turley | 5.0 |
| 2016 | Independence Day: Resurgence Movie | President Whitmore | 5.4 |
| 2016 | Another Day: The Making of 'Independence Day: Resurgence' Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2015 | American Ultra Movie | Krueger | 6.1 |
| 2015 | Parables of War Movie | Self | |
| 2014 | The Equalizer Movie | Brian Plummer | 7.3 |
| 2014 | Cymbeline Movie | Sicilius Leonatus | 3.9 |
| 2014 | May in the Summer Movie | Edward | 5.9 |
| 2014 | Red Sky Movie | John Webster | 4.4 |
| 2013 | The Unbelievers Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2013 | Mel Brooks: Make a Noise Movie | Self (archive footage) | 8.1 |
| 2012 | 1600 Penn TV | President Dale Gilchrist | 4.8 |
| 2012 | The Fruit Hunters Movie | Narrator (voice) | 6.7 |
| 2012 | Kingdom Come Movie | Self | 6.2 |
| 2012 | Lola Versus Movie | Lenny | 5.0 |
| 2011 | Innocent Movie | Rusty Sabich | 5.7 |
| 2011 | Too Big to Fail Movie | Jamie Dimon | 6.9 |
| 2011 | Bringing Up Bobby Movie | Kent | 4.9 |
| 2010 | Rio Sex Comedy Movie | William | 4.6 |
| 2010 | Peacock Movie | Edmund French | 6.1 |
| 2010 | The Killer Inside Me Movie | Billy Boy Walker | 5.8 |
| 2009 | Skavlan TV | Self - Guest | 5.0 |
| 2008 | Bottle Shock Movie | Jim Barrett | 6.4 |
| 2008 | Your Name Here Movie | William J. Frick | 3.5 |
| 2008 | Surveillance Movie | Sam Hallaway | 6.0 |
| 2008 | Phoebe in Wonderland Movie | Peter Lichten | 7.2 |
| 2007 | Nobel Son Movie | Max Mariner | 6.0 |
| 2007 | The Graham Norton Show TV | Self - Guest | 7.2 |
| 2007 | You Kill Me Movie | Dave | 6.1 |
| 2006 | Torchwood TV | Oswald Danes | 7.3 |
| 2006 | Scary Movie 4 Movie | Henry Hale | 5.5 |
| 2006 | Alien Autopsy Movie | Morgan Banner | 5.7 |
| 2005 | Spaceballs: The Documentary Movie | Self | |
| 2005 | John Candy: Comic Spirit Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2005 | Revelations TV | Dr. Richard Massey | 5.9 |
| 2005 | Dear Wendy Movie | Krugsby | 5.8 |
| 2004 | The Grudge Movie | Peter Kirk | 5.9 |
| 2004 | Tiger Cruise Movie | Gary Dolan | 6.0 |
| 2003 | Rick Movie | Rick O'Lette | 5.0 |
| 2002 | Igby Goes Down Movie | Jason | 6.6 |
| 2002 | 29 Palms Movie | The Ticket Clerk | 4.7 |
| 2002 | Ignition Movie | Conor Gallagher | 4.6 |
| 2001 | Night Visions TV | Major Ben Darnell (segment "A View Through the Window") | 7.1 |
| 2000 | Lucky Numbers Movie | Detective Pat Lakewood | 5.2 |
| 2000 | A Man Is Mostly Water Movie | Parking Fascist | 4.3 |
| 2000 | Titan A.E. Movie | Korso (voice) | 6.6 |
| 2000 | The Guilty Movie | Callum Crane | 5.7 |
| 2000 | Opening the Tombs of the Golden Mummies: Live Movie | Unknown character | 9.0 |
| 2000 | The Virginian Movie | The Virginian | 5.4 |
| 1999 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit TV | Kurt Moss | 8.0 |
| 1999 | Spy Games Movie | Harry Howe / Ernie Halliday | 4.6 |
| 1999 | Brokedown Palace Movie | Hank Greene | 6.4 |
| 1999 | Lake Placid Movie | Jack Wells | 6.0 |
| 1999 | The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 1998 | Zero Effect Movie | Daryl Zero | 6.3 |
| 1997 | Merry Christmas, George Bailey Movie | George Bailey | 6.0 |
| 1997 | Pretty as a Picture: The Art of David Lynch Movie | Self | 7.2 |
| 1997 | The End of Violence Movie | Mike | 5.4 |
| 1997 | Lost Highway Movie | Fred Madison | 7.6 |
| 1996 | Mistrial Movie | Steve Donohue | 5.3 |
| 1996 | Independence Day Movie | President Thomas J. Whitmore | 6.9 |
| 1996 | Independence Day: The ID4 Invasion Movie | Self | 6.6 |
| 1996 | The Making of 'Independence Day' Movie | Self | 6.1 |
| 1996 | The Rosie O'Donnell Show TV | Self | 4.1 |
| 1996 | Mr. Wrong Movie | Whitman Crawford | 4.1 |
| 1995 | Casper Movie | Dr. Harvey | 6.4 |
| 1995 | While You Were Sleeping Movie | Jack Callaghan | 7.0 |
| 1994 | Wyatt Earp Movie | Ed Masterson | 6.8 |
| 1994 | The Last Seduction Movie | Clay Gregory | 6.7 |
| 1994 | The Favor Movie | Peter | 4.9 |
| 1993 | Mr. Jones Movie | Construction Site Foreman (uncredited) | 5.8 |
| 1993 | Malice Movie | Andy Sarafian | 6.3 |
| 1993 | Fallen Angels TV | Rich Thurber | 6.6 |
| 1993 | Sleepless in Seattle Movie | Walter | 6.7 |
| 1993 | Sommersby Movie | Orin Meecham | 6.4 |
| 1992 | Singles Movie | Dr. Jeffrey Jamison | 6.4 |
| 1992 | Crazy in Love Movie | Nick Symonds | 4.6 |
| 1992 | A League of Their Own Movie | Bob Hinson | 7.2 |
| 1992 | Phone Movie | Duke | 5.7 |
| 1992 | Newsies Movie | Bryan Denton | 6.7 |
| 1992 | Nervous Ticks Movie | York Daley | 4.8 |
| 1991 | Liebestraum Movie | Paul Kessler | 5.4 |
| 1991 | Going Under Movie | Biff Banner | 3.9 |
| 1991 | Blood Drips Heavily on Newsie Square Movie | Self | 8.5 |
| 1990 | Bright Angel Movie | Bob | 4.8 |
| 1990 | Sibling Rivalry Movie | Nicholas Meany | 5.2 |
| 1990 | Brain Dead Movie | Dr. Rex Martin | 5.6 |
| 1989 | Cold Feet Movie | Buck | 4.1 |
| 1989 | Home Fires Burning Movie | Lt. Henry Tibbettes | 6.5 |
| 1988 | The Accidental Tourist Movie | Julian Hedge | 6.3 |
| 1988 | LIVE with Kelly and Mark TV | Self - Guest | 5.6 |
| 1988 | Rocket Gibraltar Movie | Crow Black | 6.0 |
| 1988 | The Serpent and the Rainbow Movie | Dennis Alan | 6.4 |
| 1987 | Spaceballs Movie | Lone Starr | 6.9 |
| 1986 | Ruthless People Movie | Earl James Mott | 6.6 |
| 1982 | Nature TV | Narrator (voice) | 7.9 |
| 1982 | Cagney & Lacey TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self - Host | 6.9 |
| 1953 | The Oscars TV | Self - Presenter | 7.1 |
| 1951 | Hallmark Hall of Fame TV | Henry Tibbetts | 8.8 |
| TBA | Famous Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Playmates Movie | Hugh Hefner | |
| TBA | A Bridge Between Movie | Bobby Verdun |
Crew (3)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | The Cove Movie | Thanks · Crew | 8.0 |
| 2001 | Night Visions TV | Director · Directing | 7.1 |
| 2000 | The Virginian Movie | Director · Directing | 5.4 |
Latest releases
- Everybody Digs Bill Evans2026 / TMDB 4.0
- The Basics of Philosophy2026 / TMDB 5.8
- Roland Emmerich - Weltenzerstörer, Weltenerbauer2025 / TMDB 7.0
- Killing Faith2025 / TMDB 6.4
- American Horses2022 / TMDB 10.0
- Charlie Russell's Old West2020
Questions about Bill Pullman
What are some of Bill Pullman's career highlights?
Bill Pullman's career highlights include starring roles in blockbuster films like 'Independence Day' and 'Spaceballs,' as well as critically acclaimed performances in 'The Sinner' and 'Lost Highway.'
Has Bill Pullman won any awards?
Bill Pullman has received nominations for several awards including the Primetime Emmy Award and the Saturn Award, but he has not won an Oscar.
What was Bill Pullman's first film?
Bill Pullman's first film was 'The Liar' in 1981, marking the beginning of his long and varied acting career.
What are some of Bill Pullman's most successful films?
Some of Bill Pullman's most successful films include 'Independence Day,' 'While You Were Sleeping,' and 'Spaceballs,' each showcasing his range and appeal as an actor.
What can you tell me about Bill Pullman's personal life?
Bill Pullman is married to Tamara Hurwitz, and they have three children together. He is known for being private about his family life.
What is Bill Pullman's estimated net worth?
Bill Pullman's estimated net worth is around $18 million, reflecting his successful career in film and television.
What are some milestones in Bill Pullman's filmography?
Milestones in Bill Pullman's filmography include his breakthrough role in 'Spaceballs' (1987) and his iconic performance in 'Independence Day' (1996), which solidified his status in Hollywood.
Has Bill Pullman worked in television?
Yes, Bill Pullman has worked extensively in television, with notable roles in series such as 'The Sinner' and 'The Outer Limits,' showcasing his versatility as an actor.