William Irving
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William Irving was born on May 17, 1893 in Hamburg, Germany. He was an actor, known for Pampered Youth (1925), Someone in the House (1920) and Ham and Eggs at the Front (1927). He was previously married to Ida I. Germann. He died on December 25, 1943 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Irving reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of William Irving's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Irving remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Laurel & Hardy: Year Two, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Irving Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Irving's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Irving.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Laurel & Hardy: Year Two | (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Men | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bitter Sweet | Man in Mud Bath (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Great Dictator | Man Seated on Bed (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Mortal Storm | Cafe Waiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ninotchka | Bartender (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Fast and Furious | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Good Girls Go to Paris | Chef (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Idiot's Delight | Sandro | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Convicted | 'Cobble-Puss' Coley | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Chaser | Injured Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Woman Against Woman | Man in Elevator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wee Wee Monsieur | Captain Gorgonzola (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Special Inspector | Pete | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Shadow | Mac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Murder in Greenwich Village | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Playing the Ponies | Higgins (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Topper | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Back to the Woods | Courtroom Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Dizzy Doctors | Surgeon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Slippery Silks | Mr. Romani (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Early to Bed | Mr. Fassbinder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Writer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Three Little Beers | Cement Layer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Here Comes Cookie | Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Paris in Spring | Second Chef | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Public Hero Number 1 | Federal Agent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Florentine Dagger | Policeman Schultz (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pop Goes the Easel | Man Curly Asks For A Meal (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | One More Spring | Chef | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Best Man Wins | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Maybe It's Love | Man Going Down the Stairs (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mike Fright | Radio Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Punch Drunks | Kilduff's Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Manhattan Melodrama | German Note Holder (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Melody in Spring | Mr. Shorter | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | It Happened One Night | Bus Passenger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Bowery | Fireman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Private Detective 62 | Drunk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Farewell to Arms | Frustrated Opera Singing Friend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Truth About Youth | Jim Greene (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Life of the Party | The 'Yoohoo' Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | She Who Gets Slapped | Con Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | All Quiet on the Western Front | Ginger - the Cook (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Cameraman | Photographer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Red Hair | Demmy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Chicken Feathers | The Ice Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Circus Clowns | The Circus Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Billions | Frank Manners | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Till I Come Back to You | Stroheim | Average | Similar → |
William Irving - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Irving?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Irving is "Laurel & Hardy: Year Two" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Irving acted in?
William Irving has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Irving?
Other notable films include "Chicken Feathers", "The Great Dictator", and "She Who Gets Slapped".