William Boyett
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William Boyett was born on January 3, 1927 in Akron, Ohio, USA as Harry William Boyett. He is known for his work on Adam-12 (1968), Hôpital Central (1963) and Highway Patrol (1955). He was married to Joan Reynolds and Willagene Wither. He died on December 29, 2004 in Mission Hills, California, USA. Served in the Pacific with the US Navy during World War II. After university and service in the military, he was in various stage productions in New York City and Los Angeles before he started working in television and movies. Started acting on radio after winning a high school Shakespearean competition. Attended the University of Southern California. Born in Ohio, he was raised in Waco, Texas, before his family moved to Los Angeles in the early 1940s. Children: Suzy and Kevin. In the early 1950s, William Boyett was a weather forecaster (weatherman) on KCEN-TV Channel 6 in Waco-Temple TX.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Boyett reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Boyett'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Boyett remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Cocoon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Boyett Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Boyett's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Boyett.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Theodore Rex | Desk Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Girls in Prison | Dr. Shainmark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Blood Run | Briskin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Newsies | Judge Movealong Monahan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Wish That Changed Christmas | Officer Jones (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Strays | Dr. Lyle Sokol | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Rocketeer | Government Liaison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Gypsy Angels | Mr. Allman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Hidden | Jonathan Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Native Son | Reporter #3 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Deliberate Stranger | Aspen Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Turkey Caper | Ranger Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Which Witch is Which? | Ranger Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sam's Son | Coach Sutter | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Getting Physical | Desk Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Space Raiders | Taggert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Bloody Birthday | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Golden Gate Murders | Bridge Supervisor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | When a Stranger Calls | Sgt. Sacker (as Bill Boyett) | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Ike | Gen. Ward Hoffenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Confessions of the D.A. Man | Sergeant 'Mac' MacDonald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Every Girl Should Have One | Detective Rand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Rosetti and Ryan: Men Who Love Women | Hannigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Mobile Two | Lt. Don Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Airport | Jack Ingram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Sam Whiskey | Corporal | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Cocoon | Agent in Brent's Office | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Period of Adjustment | Trucker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Ricochet | company clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Who Was That Lady? | Howard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | It Started with a Kiss | Alec (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Last Clear Chance | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Tarawa Beachhead | Ullman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | As Young As We Are | Eric | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Until They Sail | US Marine (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Fighting Trouble | Chips Conroy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Somebody Up There Likes Me | Military Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Forbidden Planet | Crewman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Inside Detroit | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Strange Lady in Town | Lt. Keith (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Big House, U.S.A | Ranger at Park Exit (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Private Hell 36 | Stimson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Shield for Murder | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Vice Squad | Officer Kellogg (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Bogus Green | Nick Helmerick | Flop | Similar → |
William Boyett - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Boyett?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Boyett is "Cocoon" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has William Boyett acted in?
William Boyett has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Boyett?
Other notable films include "The Golden Gate Murders", "Forbidden Planet", and "Somebody Up There Likes Me".