William Morgan Sheppard
ActingAbout William Morgan Sheppard
William Morgan Sheppard (August 24, 1932 - January 6, 2019), sometimes credited as W. Morgan Sheppard, was a British actor. In film, he appeared in supporting roles in The Duellists (1977), The Elephant Man (1980), The Keep (1983), Cry Freedom (1987), Wild at Heart (1990), Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991), Needful Things (1993), Gettysburg (1993), The Prestige (2006), Transformers (2007), and Star Trek (2009). On television, Sheppard appeared in multiple episodes of Shōgun (1980), Max Headroom (1987-1988), MacGyver (1989-1990), and seaQuest DSV (1993-1994), among others. He also was a voice actor with roles in Biker Mice from Mars (1993-1996), Iron Man (1994-1996), Gargoyles (1995-1996), Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World (1998), Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003), and Prep & Landing (2009). Sheppard voiced several characters in video games, including narration for the Medal of Honor video game series and Civilization V. Sheppard and his wife Regina are the parents of actor Mark Sheppard.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Morgan Sheppard 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 Morgan Sheppard'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Morgan Sheppard remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Prestige, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Morgan Sheppard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Morgan Sheppard's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Morgan Sheppard.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Last Man Club | Will Hodges | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Free Birds | (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | April Apocalypse | Pops | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Last Mark | Uncle Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice | Big Guy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | For Christ's Sake | Father Monahan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Prep & Landing Stocking Stuffer: Operation: Secret Santa | Big Guy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Farewell Mr. Kringle | Kris Kringle | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mysterious Island | Captain Nemo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Meeting Spencer | Larry Lind | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Prep & Landing | Big Guy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Star Trek | Vulcan Science Minister (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Over Her Dead Body | Father Marks | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Transformers | Captain Witwicky | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Prestige | Merrit | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Love's Abiding Joy | Scottie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Love's Long Journey | Scottie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Atlantis: Milo's Return | Erik Hellstrom (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Gods and Generals | Gen. Isaac Trimble | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Small Town Conspiracy | Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World | Additional Voice Talents (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Goldrush: A Real Life Alaskan Adventure | Whiskers (credited as W. Morgan Sheppard) | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Lottery | Mayor Warner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Sometimes They Come Back... Again | Father Archer Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Following Her Heart | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Gettysburg | Maj. Gen. Isaac R. Trimble / Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Needful Things | Father Meehan | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | There Goes the Neighborhood | Trick Bissell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country | Klingon Commander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Wild at Heart | Mr. Reindeer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Lucky Stiff | Pa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Elvira: Mistress of the Dark | Vincent Talbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cry Freedom | Policeman (as Morgan Sheppard) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Gunsmoke: Return to Dodge | Digger McCloud | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Doctor and the Devils | Landlord | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Max Headroom: 20 Minutes into the Future | Blank Reg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Dirty Dozen: Next Mission | German General | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Paint Me a Murder | Mahaffy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood | Saxon Thief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Lassiter | Sweeny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Keep | Alexandru | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Elephant Man | Man in Pub | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Hawk the Slayer | Ranulf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Sea Wolves | 'Patch' Lovecroft | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Nativity | Flavius | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Duellists | Fencing Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Antony and Cleopatra | Scarus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Tell Me Lies | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Marat/Sade | A Mad Animal | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Strongroom | Alec (as Morgan Sheppard) | Average | Similar → |
William Morgan Sheppard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Morgan Sheppard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Morgan Sheppard is "The Prestige" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has William Morgan Sheppard acted in?
William Morgan Sheppard has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Morgan Sheppard?
Other notable films include "The Elephant Man", "Paint Me a Murder", and "Star Trek".