William Grefé
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William Grefé (born 1930) is an American writer and director of films, best known for his work in the exploitation field. For most of his career, he has worked in Florida. He also worked for several years with Ivan Tors. In 2009 a documentary was released about his work called From the Swamp: The Films of William Grefe. In 2020 a four-disc Blu-ray collection He Came from the Swamp: The William Grefé Collection will be released by Arrow Video.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Grefé reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Horror
The majority of William Grefé's filmography leans towards the Horror 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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Grefé remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in It Was a Colossal Teenage Movie Machine: The AIP Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Grefé Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Grefé's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Grefé.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Blood, Guts and Sunshine: The History of Horror Made in Florida | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Naked World | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Underwood | Al | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Cool As Hell 2 | Dad | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | They Came from the Swamp: The Films of William Grefé | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | It Was a Colossal Teenage Movie Machine: The AIP Story | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Bikini Swamp Girl Massacre | Uncle Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | A Cask of Amontillado | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dark Side of Eden | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Biohazard: The Alien Force | Mr. Babb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Dark Universe | Old Tom Hanning | Flop | Similar → |
William Grefé - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Grefé?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Grefé is "It Was a Colossal Teenage Movie Machine: The AIP Story" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Grefé acted in?
William Grefé has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Grefé?
Other notable films include "Blood, Guts and Sunshine: The History of Horror Made in Florida", "They Came from the Swamp: The Films of William Grefé", and "Underwood".