John Williams
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia John Williams (15 April 1903 – 5 May 1983) was an English stage, film and television actor. He is remembered for his role as chief inspector Hubbard in Alfred Hitchcock's Dial M For Murder, and as portraying the second "Mr. French" on TV's Family Affair. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Williams (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
John Williams Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Williams reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Williams's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of John Williams's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Witness for the Prosecution, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Williams Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Williams's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Williams has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Edith Head: The Paramount Years | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Hot Lead & Cold Feet | Mansfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | No Deposit, No Return | Jameson | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Lost in the Stars | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Arthur Frankland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Flea in Her Ear | Dr. Finache | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Secret War of Harry Frigg | Gen. Francis Mayhew | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Double Trouble | Gerald Waverly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Last of the Secret Agents? | J. Fredrick Duval | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Harlow | Jonathan Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dear Brigitte | Peregrine Upjohn | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Pygmalion | Colonel Pickering | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Five Fingers : Dossier | Nicolas Constantine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | 24 Hours in a Woman's Life | Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Midnight Lace | Inspector Byrnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Visit to a Small Planet | Delton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Philadelphians | Gilbert Dickinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Witness for the Prosecution | Brogan-Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter? | Irving La Salle Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Island in the Sun | Colonel Whittingham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Solid Gold Cadillac | John T. 'Jack' Blessington | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | D-Day the Sixth of June | Brig. Russell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | To Catch a Thief | H. H. Hughson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Sabrina | Thomas Fairchild | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Student Prince | Lutz | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dial M for Murder | Chief Inspector Hubbard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Thunder in the East | General Sir Henry Harrison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady and the Bandit | Archbald Puffin | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kind Lady | Mr. Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Woman's Vengeance | Prosecuting Counsel | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Goose Steps Out | Maj. Bishop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Foreman Went to France | 'English' Army Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Next of Kin | General Cooper (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Big Blockade | Voice over (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
John Williams - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Williams?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Williams is "Witness for the Prosecution" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has John Williams acted in?
John Williams has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Williams?
Other notable films include "Dial M for Murder", "Sabrina", and "Edith Head: The Paramount Years".