William Dyer
ActingAbout William Dyer
William Dyer was an American film actor in the silent era.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Dyer reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of William Dyer's filmography leans towards the Western 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 4% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Dyer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hard Boiled Yeggs, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Dyer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Dyer's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Dyer.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | Sagebrush Trail | Blind Pete | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gun Justice | Red Hogan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Texas Buddies | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Honor of the Mounted | U.S. Marshal Hatton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Frankenstein | Gravedigger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Code of Honor | Sheriff Asa Smyth (as Wm. Dyer) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Overland Bound | Boss Wheeler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Desert of the Lost | Steve Wolfe | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Gun Gospel | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Spurs and Saddles | Bud Bailey (as Bill Dyer) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Fighting Three | Timothy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Trouble Chaser | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Man in the Saddle | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Looking for Trouble | Sheriff Tom Plump | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Hard Boiled Yeggs | Dave | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Pony Express | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Perils of the Wild | Black John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Crushed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Trigger Fingers | Sheriff Mackhart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Measure of a Man | Billy the Beast | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Singer Jim Mckee | Hamlin Glass | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Marry in Haste | Champion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Wild Bill Hickok | Col. Horatio Higginbotham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Crow's Nest | Timberline | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Gun-Shy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Don't Shoot | Boss McGinnis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Cowboy King | Hadley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Fightin' Mad | Obadiah Brennan (as William J. Dyer) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Silent Call | Ash Brent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Cyclone Bliss | Slim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Branded Four | Lawyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Courage of Marge O'Doone | Hauck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Screaming Shadow | Jake Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Trail of the Octopus | Sandy MacNab | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Four-Bit Man | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Man's Desire | Slim Dorgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Mayor of Filbert | Mike McCarthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Whom the Gods Would Destroy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Red Glove | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Little White Savage | Larkey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Who Will Marry Me? | Karl Kremer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | All Night | Bradford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | '49–'17 | J. Gordon Castle | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Anything Once | Jethro Quall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Triumph | David Montieth (as William J. Dyer) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Come Through | McGinnis (as Bill Dyer) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Reward of the Faithless | Peter Vlasoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Black Orchids | Proprietor of L'Hibour Blanc | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Broken Fetters | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Great Problem | - | Flop | Similar → |
William Dyer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Dyer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Dyer is "Hard Boiled Yeggs" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has William Dyer acted in?
William Dyer has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Dyer?
Other notable films include "Frankenstein", "Texas Buddies", and "The Desert of the Lost".