William H. Strauss
ActingWilliam H. Strauss Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William H. Strauss reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William H. Strauss's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of William H. Strauss'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 I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William H. Strauss Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William H. Strauss's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William H. Strauss has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | Golden Boy | Mr. Carp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Texas Rangers | Juror (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Reckless Way | Carl Blatz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | One More Spring | Jewish Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Beloved | Jewish Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mayor of Hell | Mr. Horowitz (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Picture Snatcher | Tailor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hard to Handle | Mr. Abe Goldstein (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Pawnbroker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Love in High Gear | Ziegman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Five Star Final | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Public Enemy | Pawnbroker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Jazz Cinderella | Fineman (as William Strauss) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Smiling Irish Eyes | Moe Levi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Lucky Boy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | So This Is Love | Maison Katz | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Rawhide Kid | Simon Silverberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Sally in Our Alley | Abraham Lapidowitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Ragtime | Max Ginsberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Ladies at Ease | Abe Ginsburg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Shamrock and the Rose | Abe Cohen | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Ankles Preferred | Mr. Goldberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Show Girl | Moe Kenner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Private Izzy Murphy | Jacob Goldberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Millionaires | Helper in Meyer's Tailor Shop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Roaring Road | Sol Rosenburg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Skinner's Dress Suit | Tailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Law of the Snow Country | Father Fajans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Other Women's Clothes | Joe Feinberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Magic Cup | Abe Timberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The North Wind's Malice | Abe Guth | Flop | Similar → |
William H. Strauss - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William H. Strauss?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William H. Strauss is "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has William H. Strauss acted in?
William H. Strauss has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William H. Strauss?
Other notable films include "The Public Enemy", "The Mayor of Hell", and "Hard to Handle".