William Pawley
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Pawley 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 Pawley'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Pawley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Over the Hill, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best William Pawley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Pawley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Pawley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Decision at Midnight | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Time to Kill | Hensch | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | East of the River | Dave Carter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Public Deb No. 1 | Legionnaire | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Great Profile | Electrician | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sky Bandits | Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gambling on the High Seas | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Paul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Double Alibi | Dan Kraley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Cafe Hostess | Red Connolly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Yukon Flight | Yuke Gradeau | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Cabdriver (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Disputed Passage | Mr. Merkle | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Frontier Marshal | Buck Newton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Panama Lady | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Dinty (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rough Riders' Round-up | Arizona Jack Moray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | White Banners | Joe Ellis | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | International Crime | Honest John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Born Reckless | Mac | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | San Quentin | Convict | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Gave Him a Gun | Gangster in Court (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | You Only Live Once | Mr. Williams (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Public Pays | Kelly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Women Are Trouble | Mechanic | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Public Enemy's Wife | Correlli | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Noise | Dutch Schmidt (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Crail - Ex Con (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boulder Dam | Wilson - Garage Boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stolen Harmony | Turk Connors (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Flirtation | Gangster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Kentucky Kernels | John Wakefield | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Keep 'Em Rolling | Man Benny Fights in Beer Garden | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gabriel Over the White House | Borell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Robbers' Roost | Hank Hays | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Central Park | Gangster Hymie (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Doggy (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Speak Easily | Griffo | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Red-Headed Woman | Al (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Letty Lynton | Hennessey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Young America | Bandit (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Careless Lady | Police Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | After Tomorrow | Malcolm Jarvis | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Surrender | Gourrut | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Over the Hill | Ben Adams, Susan's Husband | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Yellow Ticket | Train Porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Wicked | Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Bad Girl | Jim Haley | Average | Similar → |
William Pawley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Pawley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Pawley is "Over the Hill" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has William Pawley acted in?
William Pawley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Pawley?
Other notable films include "The Grapes of Wrath", "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang", and "The Roaring Twenties".