William Mims

William Mims

Deceased · Born: Jan 15, 1927 · Died: Apr 9, 1991

1962
1961
1955

Personal Details

BornJan 15, 1927 Carthage, Missouri, USA

Biography

William Mims, a renowned American actor, embarked on his life's journey on January 15, 1927, in the quaint town of Carthage, Missouri, USA. Born with a passion for the performing arts, Mims would go on to make a lasting impact on the film industry, leaving behind a legacy of iconic roles in a multitude of cinematic masterpieces.

Some of his most notable performances include his portrayal of a character in the 1962 science fiction film "The Day Mars Invaded Earth", his memorable appearance in the 1970 western drama "The Ballad of Cable Hogue", and his chilling turn in the 1966 thriller "Hot Rods to Hell".

Mims' personal life was marked by a deep commitment to his loved ones, particularly his wife, Nancy Lou Irgang, with whom he shared a lifelong bond. Tragically, his life was cut short on April 9, 1991, in Studio City, California, USA, leaving behind a rich tapestry of memories and a lasting impact on the world of cinema.

Career

1981
Underground Aces
Underground Aces as Brown Corniche Owner
1974
Fer-de-Lance
Fer-de-Lance as Mayne Bradley
1973
Hijack!
Hijack! as Highway Patrol Captain
1972
Pickup on 101
Pickup on 101 as Antique Shop Owner
1971
1970
Flap
Flap as Steve Gray (District Attorney's Office)
Breakout
Breakout as Banks
Lost Flight
Lost Flight as Fat Man
1969
Paint Your Wagon
Paint Your Wagon as Frock-Coated Man
1968
The Legend of Custer
The Legend of Custer as William R. Tymen
The Bamboo Saucer
The Bamboo Saucer as Vetry (as Bill Mims)
1967
Hot Rods to Hell
Hot Rods to Hell as Man at Picnic
1966
The Chase
The Chase as Salesman (uncredited)
1963
1962
Lonely Are the Brave
Lonely Are the Brave as First Deputy Arraigning Burns
1961
Wild in the Country
Wild in the Country as Uncle Rolfe Braxton
1960
Walk Tall
Walk Tall as Jake (as Bill Mims)
Young Jesse James
Young Jesse James as The Reverend (uncredited)
1959
No Name on the Bullet
No Name on the Bullet as Poker Player (uncredited)
1956