
William Rice
ActingAbout William Rice
William Rice was a member of the avant-garde art scene in the East Village in New York City for many years. A painter, film actor, and an unaffiliated scholar, Bill Rice was one of the central figures in the various bohemian enclaves that gathered and overlapped in the Lower East Side of the 1960s.
William Rice Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Rice reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Rice's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 8% of William Rice'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 Coffee and Cigarettes, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Rice Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Rice's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Rice has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Tomorrow Always Comes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Documents, Memory, for My Friend Bill Rice | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | One Last Thing... | Undertaker | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Coffee and Cigarettes | Bill (segment "Champagne") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Jonas in the Desert | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Deflowering | The Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Last Supper | The Provider | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | One Hour | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Rain | Preacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Big Blue | Arthur Murray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Thunder 2 | Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Her Name is Lisa | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sleepwalk | Man At Elevator | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stray Dogs | Artist | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Manhattan Love Suicides | Artist (segment "Stray Dogs") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Decoder | Jaeger | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Doomed Love | Andre | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Vortex | Frederick Fields | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Subway Riders | Mr. Gollstone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Trap Door | Fuller Brush Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Offenders | Dr. Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Letters to Dad | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Final Reward | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | G-Man | Max Karl | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Soap | Self | Flop | Similar → |
William Rice - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Rice?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Rice is "Coffee and Cigarettes" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has William Rice acted in?
William Rice has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Rice?
Other notable films include "Subway Riders", "Stray Dogs", and "Decoder".




