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Richard Wilson

Directing
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
6Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 25, 1915
Birth Place: McKeesport, Pennsylvania, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Wilson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Richard Wilson'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 67% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Wilson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Citizen Kane, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Richard Wilson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Richard Wilson's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Citizen Kane (1941) movie poster
★8.0

Citizen Kane — Newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane is taken from his mother as a boy and made the ward of a rich industrialist. As a

Citizen Kane

1941•Mystery
★7.3
The Lady from Shanghai (1947) movie poster
★7.3

The Lady from Shanghai — A romantic drifter gets caught between a corrupt tycoon and his voluptuous wife.

The Lady from Shanghai

1947•Mystery
★6.7
The Other Side of the Wind (2018) movie poster
★6.7

The Other Side of the Wind — Surrounded by fans and sceptics, grizzled director J.J. "Jake" Hannaford returns from years abroad in Europe to a change

The Other Side of the Wind

2018•Drama
★6.5
Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles (2014) movie poster
★6.5

Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles — The extraordinary life of Orson Welles (1915-85), an enigma of Hollywood, an irreducible independent creator: a musical

Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles

2014•Documentary
★5.3
Too Much Johnson (1938) movie poster
★5.3

Too Much Johnson — This film was not intended to stand by itself, but was designed as the cinematic aspect of Welles' Mercury Theatre stage

Too Much Johnson

1938•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Wilson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 The Welles Raft Himself (Archive Footage) Flop Similar →
2018 The Other Side of the Wind Dick Hit Similar →
2014 Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1947 The Lady from Shanghai Assistant District Attorney (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1941 Citizen Kane Reporter (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1938 Too Much Johnson Cabin boy Flop Similar →

Richard Wilson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Richard Wilson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Wilson is "Citizen Kane" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Richard Wilson acted in?

Richard Wilson has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Richard Wilson?

Other notable films include "The Lady from Shanghai", "The Other Side of the Wind", and "Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles".