Arch Hall Sr. was an American actor best known for his roles in Eegah (1962), The Choppers (1961), and The Corpse Grinders. He was born on December 21, 1908, in Missouri, USA, and passed away on April 28, 1978, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Arch Hall Sr. was married to Addalyn Pollitt from 1934 until his death in 1978, and they had one child together. He was the father of Arch Hall Jr., who has spoken about his father in interviews. Arch Hall Sr. is credited with helping to discover Richard Kiel, whom he met when Kiel was a nightclub bouncer.
Career Highlights
He gained fame through various film roles and became a recognizable figure in B-movie culture. One notable moment from his film Eegah featured the now-famous line “Watch out for snakes!” which became a popular catchphrase, especially after being featured on Mystery Science Theater 3000. Although considered a cult figure, his work has left a lasting impact on film history and pop culture.
Death and Legacy
Arch Hall Sr. died of a heart attack on April 28, 1978. His contributions to the film industry and memorable performances in cult classics ensure he is remembered by fans of vintage cinema. His legacy carries on, particularly through the work of his son, Arch Hall Jr., and the continued appreciation of his films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Eegah! | 1962-04-17 | Robert Miller |
| Apology for Murder | 1945-09-27 | Paul (as Archie Hall) |
| The Sadist | 1963-04-01 | Radio Announcer / Narrator (voice) |
| The Nasty Rabbit | 1964-12-01 | Marshall Malout / Malcolm McKinley |
| Rhythm of the Saddle | 1938-11-06 | Rusty – Henchman in Stage |
| The Mysterious Rider | 1938-09-21 | Rancher Andrews |
| Deadwood ’76 | 1965-06-30 | Boone May (as William Watters) |
| What’s Up Front! | 1964-04-29 | Cash Johnson |
| The Lone Rider in Ghost Town | 1941-05-16 | Roper |
| Two Gun Sheriff | 1941-04-09 | Dunn – Henchman (as Archie Hall) |
| The Lone Rider in Frontier Fury | 1941-08-08 | Clyde Barton (as Archie Hall) |
| Texas Justice | 1942-06-05 | Fake Padre Tremmer |
| The Thrill Killers | 1964-08-07 | Himself (uncredited) |
| Secret File: Hollywood | 1962-06-06 | TV Director (uncredited) |
| Wild Guitar | 1962-12-01 | Mike McCauley (as William Watters) |
| His Brother’s Ghost | 1945-02-03 | Deputy Sheriff Bentley |
| Border Badmen | 1945-10-10 | Banker Gillan (as Archie Hall) |
| Billy the Kid Wanted | 1941-10-03 | Henchman |
| The Choppers | 1961-11-30 | Jim Bradford |
| Overland Stage Raiders | 1938-09-20 | |
| Tell It Like It Is | 1971-01-01 | Morrison Whales |
| Thieves Like Us | 1974-02-11 | Alvin |
| The Sagebrush Family Trails West | 1940-01-17 | Jim Barton |