William Hoyland
ActingAbout William Hoyland
William Hoyland was born in 1943 in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England. He was an actor, known for Hellboy (2004), For Your Eyes Only (1981) and Gandhi (1982). He was married to Carole De Jong. He died in July 2017 in the UK
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Hoyland reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 32 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Hoyland'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Hoyland remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ready When You Are, Mr McGill, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Hoyland Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Hoyland's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Hoyland.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | A Mighty Heart | John Bauman | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Scoop | Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Hunt for Justice | Judge Manet | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Hellboy | General Klaus Werner von Krupt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dead Gorgeous | Senior Civil Servant | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Plain Jane | Rev Barlow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Tube Tales | Suicide Victim (segment "My Father The Liar") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | All the King's Men | Lt. Col Proctor Beauchamp | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Half the Picture | John Major / Paul Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Very Open Prison | Arthur Hare | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Diamond Skulls | Inspector Orchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Resurrected | Captain Sinclair | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Birth of a Nation | Mr James | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Return of the Jedi | Imperial Commander (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gandhi | Adjutant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | For Your Eyes Only | McGregor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Edward & Mrs. Simpson | Lord Perry Brownlow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Choice of Evils | Volponi's Secretary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Ready When You Are, Mr McGill | Bernard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Kill Two Birds | Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sunset Across the Bay | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blooming Youth | Chris Green | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Not Counting the Savages | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | On Reflection: B.S. Johnson on Dr. Samuel Johnson | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Ragman's Daughter | Borstal Barber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Skinflicker | Georgie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Poem | voiceover | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Assault | Chemist in Hospital | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Paradigm | Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Unfortunates | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | You're Human Like the Rest of Them | Haakon | Average | Similar → |
William Hoyland - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Hoyland?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Hoyland is "Ready When You Are, Mr McGill" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Hoyland acted in?
William Hoyland has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Hoyland?
Other notable films include "Edward & Mrs. Simpson", "A Very Open Prison", and "Return of the Jedi".