William Janney
ActingWilliam Janney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Janney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Janney's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 9% of William Janney'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 A Modern Hero, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Janney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Janney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Janney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | Clipped Wings | Mickey Lofton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hopalong Cassidy Returns | Buddy Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sutter's Gold | John Sutter Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bonnie Scotland | Allan Douglas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Born to Gamble | Fred Mathews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Without Children | David Sonny Cole Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Great Hotel Murder | Harry Prentice | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sweepstake Annie | Arthur Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Successful Failure | Robert Cushing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Modern Hero | Young Pierre Croy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | As the Earth Turns | Ollie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Should Ladies Behave | Geoffrey Cole | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The World Changes | Orin Nordholm III | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | King of the Wild Horses | Two Feathers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Secret of the Blue Room | Thomas Brandt | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Terror Aboard | Edward Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Crime of the Century | James Brandt | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Iron Master | David Stillman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Under-Cover Man | Jimmie Madigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Successful Calamity | Eddie Wilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Crooner | Pat - Band Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Two Seconds | College Boy at Execution | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mouthpiece | John 'Johnny' Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Girls Demand Excitement | Freddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Cimarron | Man Phoning Ambulance (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Right of Way | Billy Wantage | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Pay-Off | Tommy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Shooting Straight | Tommy Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Dawn Patrol | Gordon 'Donny' Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Young Desire | Bobby Spencer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Those Who Dance | Tim Brady | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Girl Said No | Jimmie Ward | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Mexicali Rose | Bob Manning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Salute | Midshipman Paul Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Coquette | Jimmy Besant | Average | Similar → |
William Janney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Janney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Janney is "A Modern Hero" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has William Janney acted in?
William Janney has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Janney?
Other notable films include "The Dawn Patrol", "Bonnie Scotland", and "The Crime of the Century".