William Newman
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Newman reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Newman'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 Newman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Odd Couple: Together Again, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Newman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Newman's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Newman.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Teacher's Pet | Dr. Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | For Love of the Game | Fitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Brown's Requiem | Augie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Touch | Court Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Santa with Muscles | Chas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Craft | Street Preacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tom and Huck | Doc Robinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Wounded Heart | Jedediah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jury Duty | Judge D'Angelo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Dead Man's Revenge | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Mrs. Doubtfire | Mr. Sprinkles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Fearless | Elderly Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Odd Couple: Together Again | Sylvester | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Leprechaun | Sheriff Cronin | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Desperate Choices: To Save My Child | Dr. Edwards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hero | Millionaire | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Solomon's Choice | Dr. Edwards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Chattahoochee | Jonathan | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Dinner at Eight | Alf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Monkey Shines | Doc Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Funny Farm | Gus Lotterhand | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Serpent and the Rainbow | French Missionary Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Mosquito Coast | Captain Smalls | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Playing for Keeps | Joshua | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Act of Vengeance | Ezra Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James | Sheriff Timberlake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Silver Bullet | Virgil Cuts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Billion for Boris | OTB Cashier #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Split Cherry Tree | Luster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Man from Home Town | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Brubaker | Dunfield - Prison Board (as William M. Newman) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Squirm | Quigley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Show | Lee Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
William Newman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Newman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Newman is "The Odd Couple: Together Again" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Newman acted in?
William Newman has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Newman?
Other notable films include "Mrs. Doubtfire", "Brubaker", and "Fearless".