William Duell
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William Duell was born on August 30, 1923 in Corinth, New York, USA as George William Duell. He was an actor, known for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), 1776 (1972) and Elvira: Mistress of the Dark (1988). He was married to Mary Barto. He died on December 22, 2011 in Manhattan, New York City, New York.
William Duell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Duell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Duell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of William Duell'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 Man Who Came to Dinner, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Duell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Duell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Duell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Dr. Bradley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Cradle Will Rock | Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Advice From a Caterpillar | Hunter #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | In & Out | Emmett Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Reckless | Roy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Palookaville | Money Truck Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Me and Veronica | Harry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Out of the Rain | Reverend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Home Fires Burning | Whit Hennessy | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Elvira: Mistress of the Dark | Lesley Meeker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Channel 99 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | An Empire of Reason | Donahue Audience Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Funny Farm | Old Character | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ironweed | Moose | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Seize the Day | Joey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Grace Quigley | M. Harvey Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Mrs. Soffel | Lenny | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Beniker Gang | Postmaster Greaves | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Pope of Greenwich Village | Toll Booth Attendant | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Without a Trace | Polygraph Operator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Casey Stengel | Bob Daly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | My Old Man | Rooster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Sanctuary of Fear | Park Keeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | King of the Gypsies | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest | Jim Sefelt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Law and Disorder | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | 1776 | Andrew McNair | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Deadhead Miles | Auto Parts Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Hustler | Billy (Louisville Hustler) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
William Duell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Duell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Duell is "The Man Who Came to Dinner" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has William Duell acted in?
William Duell has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Duell?
Other notable films include "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", "The Hustler", and "1776".