William Layton - Actor Profile

William Layton

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
24Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 23, 1913
Birth Place: Osborne, Kansas, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Layton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of William Layton'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Layton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in La Gioconda está triste, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best William Layton Movies Ranked

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

★9.0
La Gioconda está triste (1977) movie poster
★9.0

La Gioconda está triste: The Mona Lisa loses her famous smile, and so does the rest of the world.

La Gioconda está triste

1977•Sci-Fi
★7.7
F. E. N. (1980) movie poster
★7.7

F. E. N.: Two former students of a strict religious school decide to return there during the summer holidays to make those who wer

F. E. N.

1980•Drama
★7.3
Los que tocan el piano (1968) movie poster
★7.3

Los que tocan el piano: Cayetana, her boyfriend Paco and Venancio, her foster brother, commit small thefts and, from time to time, spend a few d

Los que tocan el piano

1968•Comedy
★6.7
Life Goes On (1969) movie poster
★6.7

Life Goes On: A promising goalkeeper of Real Madrid sees his chance when a teammate is injured and is summoned to replace him. But the

Life Goes On

1969•Drama
★6.2
Man in the Wilderness (1971) movie poster
★6.2

Man in the Wilderness: In the early 1800s, a group of fur trappers and Indian traders are returning with their goods to civilization and are ma

Man in the Wilderness

1971•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 Autumn Rain - Average Similar →
1983 La conquista de Albania - Flop Similar →
1983 Bearn Dr. Wassman Average Similar →
1980 F. E. N. Alejandro Super Hit Similar →
1978 Las locuras de Jane - Flop Similar →
1977 Till Divorce Us Do Part Padre de Ann Flop Similar →
1977 La Gioconda está triste Secretario ONU Super Hit Similar →
1976 Memoria Dean Flop Similar →
1975 The Birds of Baden-Baden - Average Similar →
1974 Los nuevos españoles Harry Flanagan Flop Similar →
1974 Open Season District Attorney Flop Similar →
1973 The Scarlet Letter Gov. Bellingham Flop Similar →
1972 Travels with My Aunt Art Expert (uncredited) Average Similar →
1972 A House Without Boundaries Líder de la casa Flop Similar →
1971 Man in the Wilderness Schoolmaster Average Similar →
1970 Wrath of the Wind Don Lucas Flop Similar →
1970 Transplant professor Schirmer Average Similar →
1969 Life Goes On D. Miguel Hit Similar →
1969 Esa mujer Juez Flop Similar →
1968 Los que tocan el piano Mr. Bannister Hit Similar →
1967 Las que tienen que servir Mr. Stevens Average Similar →
1966 Lola, espejo oscuro Monsieur Dalban Flop Similar →
1963 Confidencias de un marido - Flop Similar →
1961 Siempre es domingo Mister Cleamant (uncredited) Flop Similar →

William Layton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Layton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Layton is "La Gioconda está triste" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has William Layton acted in?

William Layton has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Layton?

Other notable films include "F. E. N.", "Los que tocan el piano", and "Life Goes On".