Bill Watts
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William F. Watts Jr. is an American retired professional wrestler, promoter and former American football player. Watts garnered fame under his "Cowboy" gimmick in his wrestling career, and then as a tough, no-nonsense promoter in the Mid-South United States, which grew to become the Universal Wrestling Federation. In 1992, Watts was the Executive Vice President of World Championship Wrestling but after clashes with management over a number of issues, as well as feeling pressure from Hank Aaron over a racially insensitive interview, he resigned. He was subsequently replaced by Ole Anderson. In 1995, Watts briefly worked as a booker for The World Wrestling Federation. In 2009, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Watts reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Bill Watts's filmography leans towards the Action 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 71% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Watts remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in WCW Halloween Havoc 1992, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bill Watts Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Watts's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bill Watts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Legends of Mid-South Wrestling | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The True Story of WrestleMania | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | WWE Hall Of Fame 2009 | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | WWE Hall Of Fame 1995 | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | WCW Halloween Havoc 1992 | Himself (WCW V.P.) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Mid-South WrestleFest '85 | Bill Watts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Wrestling Queen | 'Cowboy' Bill Watts | Average | Similar → |
Bill Watts - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Watts?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Watts is "WCW Halloween Havoc 1992" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Watts acted in?
Bill Watts has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Watts?
Other notable films include "WWE Hall Of Fame 1995", "Legends of Mid-South Wrestling", and "WWE Hall Of Fame 2009".