William Colvin - Actor Profile

William Colvin

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
12Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 20, 1877
Birth Place: Sligo, Ireland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Colvin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of William Colvin's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Colvin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in No Father to Guide Him, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best William Colvin Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from William Colvin's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5
No Father to Guide Him (1925) movie poster
★6.5

No Father to Guide Him: Charley's battle-axe mother-in-law breaks up his marriage and tries to separate him from his son. Charlie abducts the bo

No Father to Guide Him

1925•Comedy
★6.2
Back to God's Country (1919) movie poster
★6.2

Back to God's Country: After her father is killed by an outlaw, Dolores marries Peter. While they're at sea in the Arctic, Dolores meets the sh

Back to God's Country

1919•Romance
★6.0
Twin Lizzies (1920) movie poster
★6.0

Twin Lizzies: The hero is a detective, who trails some kidnappers who have abducted a girl and are holding her for ransom.

Twin Lizzies

1920•Comedy
★6.0
Wall Street (1929) movie poster
★6.0

Wall Street: A very topical early talkie from low-budget company Columbia Pictures, Wall Street starred Ralph Ince, brother of produc

Wall Street

1929•Drama
★1.0
Soldiers and Women (1930) movie poster
★1.0

Soldiers and Women: Captain Clive Branch, United States Marine Corps, is stationed at a Marine base in Haiti, and is having affairs with two

Soldiers and Women

1930•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Colvin.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1930 Soldiers and Women Doctor Flop Similar →
1930 The Cohens and the Kellys in Scotland McDonald Flop Similar →
1929 Wall Street Hoffmann (as Billy Colvin) Average Similar →
1929 Nix on Dames Hoffman Flop Similar →
1926 My Own Pal Jud McIntire Flop Similar →
1925 The Storm Breaker Long Jim Flop Similar →
1925 No Father to Guide Him Cop (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1922 The Man from Glengarry Col. Thorpe Flop Similar →
1922 God's Crucible Makaroff Flop Similar →
1920 Twin Lizzies Lizzie's Father Average Similar →
1919 Back to God's Country Mountie Shot by Rydal Average Similar →
1917 Honest Thieves - Flop Similar →

William Colvin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Colvin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Colvin is "No Father to Guide Him" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has William Colvin acted in?

William Colvin has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Colvin?

Other notable films include "Back to God's Country", "Twin Lizzies", and "Wall Street".