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Will Knightley

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
10Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 23, 1946
Birth Place: London, England

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Will Knightley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Will Knightley's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Will Knightley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Short Stay in Switzerland, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Will Knightley Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Will Knightley's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9
A Short Stay in Switzerland (2009) movie poster
★6.9

A Short Stay in Switzerland: Just after losing her husband to a similar condition, Dr Anne Turner is diagnosed with a fatal neurological condition. S

A Short Stay in Switzerland

2009•TV Movie
★6.1
The Mill on the Floss (1997) movie poster
★6.1

The Mill on the Floss: Lawyer Wakem takes the mill on the river Floss away from Edward Tulliver (whose ancestors have owned it for 300 years) a

The Mill on the Floss

1997•Drama
★5.0
Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood (1973) movie poster
★5.0

Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood: Robert of Locksley is harbouring a runaway serf. A warrant is then issued for Robert's arrest: he is now an outlaw. Star

Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood

1973•Adventure
★0.0
Close Relations (1990) movie poster
★0.0

Close Relations: At a family funeral, Trevor Orwin meets Jenny, the sister he never knew he had. The relationship that develops between t

Close Relations

1990•Drama
★0.0
England, Summer, Sunday (1976) movie poster
★0.0

England, Summer, Sunday: A play from 1976

England, Summer, Sunday

1976•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Will Knightley.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2009 A Short Stay in Switzerland Jack Hit Similar →
1997 The Mill on the Floss Mr. Glegg Average Similar →
1990 Close Relations Bartram Flop Similar →
1985 Stranger than Fiction - Flop Similar →
1982 Preview Harry Flop Similar →
1980 Electric in the City John Flop Similar →
1977 A Photograph Fred Flop Similar →
1976 England, Summer, Sunday John Flop Similar →
1973 Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood Abbot's Secretary Flop Similar →
1972 Skinflicker Wilf Flop Similar →

Will Knightley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Will Knightley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Will Knightley is "A Short Stay in Switzerland" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Will Knightley acted in?

Will Knightley has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Will Knightley?

Other notable films include "The Mill on the Floss", "Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood", and "Close Relations".