William Duell
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William Duell was born on August 30, 1923 in Corinth, New York, USA as George William Duell. He was an actor, known for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), 1776 (1972) and Elvira: Mistress of the Dark (1988). He was married to Mary Barto. He died on December 22, 2011 in Manhattan, New York City, New York.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Duell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 29 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Duell'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Duell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Man Who Came to Dinner, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Duell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Duell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Duell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Dr. Bradley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Cradle Will Rock | Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Advice From a Caterpillar | Hunter #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | In & Out | Emmett Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Reckless | Roy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Palookaville | Money Truck Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Me and Veronica | Harry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Out of the Rain | Reverend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Home Fires Burning | Whit Hennessy | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Elvira: Mistress of the Dark | Lesley Meeker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Channel 99 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | An Empire of Reason | Donahue Audience Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Funny Farm | Old Character | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ironweed | Moose | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Seize the Day | Joey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Grace Quigley | M. Harvey Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Mrs. Soffel | Lenny | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Beniker Gang | Postmaster Greaves | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Pope of Greenwich Village | Toll Booth Attendant | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Without a Trace | Polygraph Operator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Casey Stengel | Bob Daly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | My Old Man | Rooster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Sanctuary of Fear | Park Keeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | King of the Gypsies | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest | Jim Sefelt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Law and Disorder | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | 1776 | Andrew McNair | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Deadhead Miles | Auto Parts Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Hustler | Billy (Louisville Hustler) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
William Duell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Duell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Duell is "The Man Who Came to Dinner" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has William Duell acted in?
William Duell has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Duell?
Other notable films include "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", "The Hustler", and "1776".