William Frankfather
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William Frankfather (born Billy Joe Frankfather; August 4, 1944 – December 28, 1998) was an American actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article William Frankfather, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
William Frankfather Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Frankfather reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Frankfather's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of William Frankfather'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 Death Becomes Her, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Frankfather Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Frankfather's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Frankfather has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Rough Draft | Officer Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | MouseHunt | Mr. Texas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Trading Favors | Gus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Where Are My Children? | Local Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | When a Man Loves a Woman | Al-anon Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Born Yesterday | Senator Kelley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Nightmare Begins Again | Robert Deeks | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Little Sister | Dad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Death Becomes Her | Mr. Franklin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Cool World | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Keep the Change | Samuel Bowman | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Rocketeer | Government Liaison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Women of Brewster Place | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | War Party | The Governor | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Defense Play | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Baby Boom | Merle White | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Harry and the Hendersons | Schwarz | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Amazing Stories | Mayor | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Invaders from Mars | Ed, Heather's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Blue De Ville | President Fryborg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Alamo Bay | Mac | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Flashpoint | Lacy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Why Me? | Dental Corps Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Pennies from Heaven | Pool Player | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Inside Moves | Fryer | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | This Year's Blonde | John Huston | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Foul Play | Whitey Jackson | Average | Similar → |
William Frankfather - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Frankfather?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Frankfather is "Death Becomes Her" with a rating of 6.8/10.
How many movies has William Frankfather acted in?
William Frankfather has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Frankfather?
Other notable films include "The Women of Brewster Place", "When a Man Loves a Woman", and "MouseHunt".