William Meader
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Meader reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of William Meader's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Meader remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sunset Boulevard, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Meader Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Meader's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Meader.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | The St. Valentine's Day Massacre | Tenant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Warning Shot | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Gambit | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Munster, Go Home! | Race Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Ugly Dachshund | Kennel Show Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Brainstorm | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Two on a Guillotine | Theatre Audience Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Fate Is the Hunter | Bar Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers | Country Club Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Viva Las Vegas | Casino Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Days in May | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gypsy | Audience Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two Weeks in Another Town | Commuter at Airport (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Advise & Consent | Senator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Burlesque Show Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Judgment at Nuremberg | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Passerby (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Breakfast at Tiffany's | Jewelry Shop Clerk (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Ladies Man | Light Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Ways from Sundown | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ocean's Eleven | Casino Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Elmer Gantry | Congregation Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Apartment | Executive (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus | Parade Onlooker | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Houseboat | Country Club Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Teacher's Pet | Florist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sayonara | General at Tokyo Airport (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Man Godfrey | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Joker is Wild | Man in Hotel Suite (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Lonely Man | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Garment Jungle | Worker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Solid Gold Cadillac | Stockholder (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Earth vs. the Flying Saucers | Worker in Control Tower (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Slightly Scarlet | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Illegal | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | P.E. Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Darling, How Could You! | Ship's Officer (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Union Station | Police Projectionist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset Boulevard | Party Guest (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Furies | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The File on Thelma Jordon | Reporter (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | My Friend Irma | Customer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Whispering Smith | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hazard | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Cocktail Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Lost Weekend | Hardware Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Affairs of Susan | Waiter (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Murder, He Says | F.B.I. Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
William Meader - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Meader?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Meader is "Sunset Boulevard" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has William Meader acted in?
William Meader has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Meader?
Other notable films include "The Apartment", "Judgment at Nuremberg", and "The Joker is Wild".