William Royle
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William Royle was born on March 22, 1887 in Rochester, New York. He was an actor, known for Drums of Fu Manchu (1940), The Rains Came (1939) and Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe (1940). He died on August 9, 1940 in Los Angeles, California.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Royle reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Royle'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Royle remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Man in the Iron Mask, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Royle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Royle's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Royle.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Sir Dennis Nayland Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Cross of Lorraine | Louis | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Policeman in Raid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Heroes of the Saddle | J.D. Crone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Cisco Kid | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Son of the Navy | Chief Petty Officer Pat Moote | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Sir Dennis Nayland Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe | Captain Sudan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Murder on the Yukon | George Weathers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Balalaika | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man from Montreal | Luther St. Paul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mutiny in the Big House | Captain of Guards Ed Samson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Rains Came | Raschid Ali Khan | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Chicken Wagon Family | Checker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Fighting Gringo | Ben Wallace | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Wong in Chinatown | Capt. Jaime | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | Commandant of Bastille | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Code of the Streets | Club Manager Bert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Frontier Pony Express | Dan Garrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Us Live | Prison Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mexicali Rose | Carruthers | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Arizona Legion | Jim Dutton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pirates of the Skies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Red River Range | Payne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Convicts at Large | Steve Moran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hawk of the Wilderness | Manuel Solerno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Hot to Handle | Second Flyer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Renegade Ranger | Ben Sanderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flaming Frontiers | Henchman Jim Crosby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tell Your Children | Prosecuting Attorney (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nurse from Brooklyn | Boylan | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Secret of Treasure Island | Paul Thorndyke [Ch.1] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arsène Lupin Returns | Burly Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Jury's Secret | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Radio Patrol | Inspector Clark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Renfrew of the Royal Mounted | George Poulis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Slaves in Bondage | Newspaper City Editor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | It Can't Last Forever | Assistant District Attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild West Days | Braden, member of the Secret 7 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hollywood Cowboy | Klinker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Torture Money | Chief of Police (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rebellion | Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Glory Trail | Captain Fetterman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crash Donovan | Patrolman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Special Agent K-7 | Police Capt. Hall | Flop | Similar → |
William Royle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Royle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Royle is "The Man in the Iron Mask" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has William Royle acted in?
William Royle has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Royle?
Other notable films include "Hawk of the Wilderness", "Code of the Streets", and "Let Us Live".