
William Haade
ActingAbout William Haade
Muscular American character actor of Dutch extraction. Tended to play bullies and assorted western heavies. Best remembered as the alcoholic prizefighter (managed by Humphrey Bogart) who is punched out by Wayne Morris in the finale to 'Kid Galahad' (1937).
William Haade Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Haade reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Haade's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of William Haade'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 Heart of the Rio Grande, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Haade Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Haade's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Haade has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | The Tall Stranger | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Blue Gardenia | Patrolman Hopper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Come Back, Little Sheba | Hospital Intern (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Detective Mullins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rancho Notorious | Sheriff Sam Bullock (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Rawhide | Gil Scott (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Triple Trouble | Dialogue Cop Arresting the Boys | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Father of the Bride | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Man of Her Own | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Worker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Emmett Dalton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flamingo Road | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Knock on Any Door | Police Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Tap Roots | Mob Leader (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Key Largo | Ralph Feeney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Inside Story | Rocky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Buck Privates Come Home | Eustice (Laundry Woman's Husband) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Fallen Angel | First Bus Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | I Won't Play | Chicago | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | It's Murder | Sergeant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Loudmouth Saloon Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Pittsburgh | Johnny (Miner) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Jackass Mail | Red Gargan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spoilers | Deputy Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Maisie Gets Her Man | Bone Crusher (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Heart of the Rio Grande | Hap Callahan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man from Cheyenne | Ed | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honky Tonk | Heckler in Church (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Card Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Man Hunt | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Roundup | Frane Battles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Penalty | Van | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Armorer | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Man Waiting for Job (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Tough Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Guard During Break (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | And One Was Beautiful | Prison Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Deputy with shogun (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Earl of Chicago | Crapshooter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rulers of the Sea | A Stoker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sabotage | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Night Work | Mr. Turk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Dusky Clayton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Guy Tabarie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sing, You Sinners | Pete | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | Mrs. Updyke's Watchman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | My Bill | Piano Mover (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Chuck McGraw | Hit | Similar → |
William Haade - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Haade?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Haade is "Heart of the Rio Grande" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has William Haade acted in?
William Haade has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Haade?
Other notable films include "The Roundup", "It's Murder", and "The Grapes of Wrath".




