William Marshall

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

19Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 12, 1917

Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Marshall reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of William Marshall'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Marshall remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Flowing Gold, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best William Marshall Movies Ranked

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

★7.0

★7.0

Flowing Gold — In the American oilfields, a fugitive from justice's destiny is intertwined with the fortunes and the misfortunes of a s

Flowing Gold

1940•Adventure

★6.8

★6.8

City for Conquest — The heartbreaking but hopeful tale of Danny Kenny and Peggy Nash, two sweethearts who meet and struggle through their im

City for Conquest

1940•Romance

★6.6

★6.6

State Fair — During their annual visit to the Iowa State Fair, the Frake family enjoy many adventures. Proud patriarch Abel has high

State Fair

1945•Music

★6.1

Knute Rockne All American (1940) movie poster

★6.1

Knute Rockne All American — The story of legendary Notre Dame football player and coach Knute Rockne.

Knute Rockne All American

1940•Drama

★6.0

Earl Carroll Sketchbook (1946) movie poster

★6.0

Earl Carroll Sketchbook — An aspiring singer and her lover, a songwriter who has desperately resorted to writing radio jingles, have many conflict

Earl Carroll Sketchbook

1946•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1958	Incognito	White	Flop	Similar →
1958	Fire in the Flesh	Storck	Flop	Similar →
1947	Blackmail	Daniel J. Turner	Flop	Similar →
1947	Calendar Girl	Johnny Bennett	Flop	Similar →
1946	That Brennan Girl	CPO Martin J. 'Mart' Neilson	Flop	Similar →
1946	Earl Carroll Sketchbook	Tyler Brice	Average	Similar →
1946	Murder in the Music Hall	Don Jordan	Flop	Similar →
1945	State Fair	Tommy Thomas	Hit	Similar →
1944	Belle of the Yukon	Steve Atterbury	Flop	Similar →
1943	Aerial Gunner	Sprague - Air Corps Stenographer (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1942	Tomorrow We Live	Lt. Bob Lord	Flop	Similar →
1942	Flying with Music	Pilot Don Terry	Flop	Similar →
1940	Santa Fe Trail	George Pickett	Average	Similar →
1940	East of the River	Commencement Usher (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1940	Knute Rockne All American	Don Miller - One of The Four Horsemen	Average	Similar →
1940	City for Conquest	Man in Peggy's Dressing Room (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1940	Flowing Gold	Joe	Hit	Similar →
1940	Money and the Woman	Bank Clerk	Flop	Similar →
1916	In the Shuffle	The Kid	Flop	Similar →

William Marshall - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Marshall?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Marshall is "Flowing Gold" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has William Marshall acted in?

William Marshall has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Marshall?

Other notable films include "City for Conquest", "State Fair", and "Knute Rockne All American".