William Hoyland
ActingAbout William Hoyland
William Hoyland was born in 1943 in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England. He was an actor, known for Hellboy (2004), For Your Eyes Only (1981) and Gandhi (1982). He was married to Carole De Jong. He died in July 2017 in the UK
William Hoyland Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Hoyland reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Hoyland's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of William Hoyland'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 Ready When You Are, Mr McGill, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Hoyland Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Hoyland's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Hoyland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | A Mighty Heart | John Bauman | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Scoop | Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Hunt for Justice | Judge Manet | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Hellboy | General Klaus Werner von Krupt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dead Gorgeous | Senior Civil Servant | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Plain Jane | Rev Barlow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Tube Tales | Suicide Victim (segment "My Father The Liar") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | All the King's Men | Lt. Col Proctor Beauchamp | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Half the Picture | John Major / Paul Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Very Open Prison | Arthur Hare | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Diamond Skulls | Inspector Orchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Resurrected | Captain Sinclair | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Hidden City | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Birth of a Nation | Mr James | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Return of the Jedi | Imperial Commander (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gandhi | Adjutant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | For Your Eyes Only | McGregor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Edward & Mrs. Simpson | Lord Perry Brownlow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Choice of Evils | Volponi's Secretary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Ready When You Are, Mr McGill | Bernard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Kill Two Birds | Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sunset Across the Bay | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blooming Youth | Chris Green | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Not Counting the Savages | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | On Reflection: B.S. Johnson on Dr. Samuel Johnson | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Ragman's Daughter | Borstal Barber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Skinflicker | Georgie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Poem | voiceover | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Assault | Chemist in Hospital | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Paradigm | Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Unfortunates | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | You're Human Like the Rest of Them | Haakon | Average | Similar → |
William Hoyland - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Hoyland?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Hoyland is "Ready When You Are, Mr McGill" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Hoyland acted in?
William Hoyland has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Hoyland?
Other notable films include "Edward & Mrs. Simpson", "A Very Open Prison", and "Return of the Jedi".