Warren William
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Warren William (born Warren William Krech; 2 December 1894 - 24 September 1948) was an American stage, screen, and radio actor, popular as a film leading man during the early 1930s, and later nicknamed the "King of Pre-Code". He is best remembered for portraying amoral businessmen, lawyers, and other heartless types.
Warren William Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Warren William reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Warren William's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Warren William'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 The Wolfman, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Warren William Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Warren William's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Warren William has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Thou Shalt Not: Sex, Sin and Censorship in Pre-Code Hollywood | Various Roles (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Wolfman | Dr. Lloyd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Private Affairs of Bel Ami | Laroche-Mathieu | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Strange Illusion | Brett Curtis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Passport to Suez | Michael Lanyard / The Lone Wolf | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Counter-Espionage | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Wolf Man | Dr. Lloyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Secrets of the Lone Wolf | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Wild Geese Calling | Blackie Bedford | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lone Wolf Takes a Chance | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arizona | Jefferson Carteret | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Keeps a Date | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Meets a Lady | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Jesse Lewisohn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Strikes | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Day-time Wife | Bernard Dexter | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | D'Artagnan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gracie Allen Murder Case | Philo Vance | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Michael Lanyard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The First Hundred Years | Harry Borden | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arsène Lupin Returns | Steve Emerson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Firefly | Major de Rouchemont | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Madame X | Bernard Fleuriot | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Go West Young Man | Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Satan Met a Lady | Ted Shane | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Case of the Velvet Claws | Perry Mason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Dream Comes True | Self (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Case of the Lucky Legs | Perry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Case of the Curious Bride | Perry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Living on Velvet | Walter 'Gibraltar' Pritcham | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Secret Bride | Robert Sheldon | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Imitation of Life | Stephen 'Steve' Archer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cleopatra | Julius Caesar | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Case of the Howling Dog | Perry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Dragon Murder Case | Philo Vance | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Upperworld | Alexander Stream | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hollywood on Parade No. B-1 | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Bedside | Bob Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady for a Day | Dave the Dude | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gold Diggers of 1933 | Lawrence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mind Reader | Chandra | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Employees' Entrance | Kurt Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Just Around the Corner | Mr. Sears | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Match King | Paul Kroll | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Three on a Match | Robert Kirkwood | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Dark Horse | Hal Samson Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Beauty and the Boss | Baron Josef von Ullrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mouthpiece | Vincent 'Vince' Day | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Under Eighteen | Raymond Harding | Average | Similar → |
Warren William - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Warren William?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Warren William is "The Wolfman" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Warren William acted in?
Warren William has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Warren William?
Other notable films include "The Dark Horse", "Gold Diggers of 1933", and "The Man in the Iron Mask".