William Janney
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Janney reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Janney'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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Janney remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Modern Hero, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Janney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Janney's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Janney.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | Clipped Wings | Mickey Lofton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hopalong Cassidy Returns | Buddy Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sutter's Gold | John Sutter Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bonnie Scotland | Allan Douglas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Born to Gamble | Fred Mathews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Without Children | David Sonny Cole Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Great Hotel Murder | Harry Prentice | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sweepstake Annie | Arthur Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Successful Failure | Robert Cushing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Modern Hero | Young Pierre Croy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | As the Earth Turns | Ollie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Should Ladies Behave | Geoffrey Cole | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The World Changes | Orin Nordholm III | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | King of the Wild Horses | Two Feathers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Secret of the Blue Room | Thomas Brandt | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Terror Aboard | Edward Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Crime of the Century | James Brandt | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Iron Master | David Stillman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Under-Cover Man | Jimmie Madigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Successful Calamity | Eddie Wilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Crooner | Pat - Band Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Two Seconds | College Boy at Execution | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mouthpiece | John 'Johnny' Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Girls Demand Excitement | Freddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Cimarron | Man Phoning Ambulance (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Right of Way | Billy Wantage | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Pay-Off | Tommy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Shooting Straight | Tommy Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Dawn Patrol | Gordon 'Donny' Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Young Desire | Bobby Spencer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Those Who Dance | Tim Brady | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Girl Said No | Jimmie Ward | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Mexicali Rose | Bob Manning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Salute | Midshipman Paul Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Coquette | Jimmy Besant | Average | Similar → |
William Janney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Janney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Janney is "A Modern Hero" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has William Janney acted in?
William Janney has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Janney?
Other notable films include "The Dawn Patrol", "Bonnie Scotland", and "The Crime of the Century".