William Desmond Taylor

Directing

Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

10Total Films

5.5 Highest Rated

Born: Apr 26, 1872

Birth Place: Carlow, Ireland

About William Desmond Taylor

Irish-American film director. His 1922 murder remains unsolved.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Desmond Taylor reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of William Desmond Taylor'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Desmond Taylor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Granddad, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best William Desmond Taylor Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from William Desmond Taylor's career based on audience ratings.

★5.5

★5.5

Granddad: Mildred is staying with her grandfather, Civil War veteran Jabez Burr, when she receives a letter from her father. Her f

Granddad

1913•Drama

★4.5

★4.5

The Kiss: Directed by Ulysses Davis, the screenplay was based on a story by Marc Edmund Jones. Long thought to have been a lost fi

The Kiss

1914•Drama

★4.1

★4.1

Death Scenes: Vintage Hollywood themed shockumentary.

Death Scenes

1989•Documentary

★2.0

Murders of Hollywood (2003) movie poster

★2.0

Murders of Hollywood: Sensational and shocking stories from Hollywood are not always fiction. Beyond anything a screenwriter could imagine, an

Murders of Hollywood

2003•Crime

★0.0

★0.0

The Last Chapter: Gordon, a young war correspondent, after being wounded in the jungles of Africa, is picked up and taken back to England

The Last Chapter

1914•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Desmond Taylor.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2003	Murders of Hollywood	Self (archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
1989	Death Scenes	Self (archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
1988	Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies	-	Flop	Similar →
1914	The Last Chapter	-	Flop	Similar →
1914	Captain Alvarez	Robert W. Wainwright AKA Captain Alvarez	Flop	Similar →
1914	A Little Madonna	Paul Langrois	Flop	Similar →
1914	The Kiss	George Dale - a Society Man	Flop	Similar →
1914	Anne of the Golden Heart	George Blake	Flop	Similar →
1913	The Quakeress	Reverend Cole	Flop	Similar →
1913	Granddad	The Southern Colonel	Average	Similar →

William Desmond Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Desmond Taylor?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Desmond Taylor is "Granddad" with a rating of 5.5/10.

How many movies has William Desmond Taylor acted in?

William Desmond Taylor has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Desmond Taylor?

Other notable films include "The Kiss", "Death Scenes", and "Murders of Hollywood".