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William Rotsler

Directing
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
8Total Films
4.8 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 3, 1926
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About William Rotsler

William Rotsler was a man of many talents applied to an odd assortment of fields. In addition to his film work, he was an artist, a sculptor, an author,and a photographer--often of nudes. Within the science fiction world he is best known for his many cartoons, which he would often provide for free to SF fanzines. He was also involved in the design of the Science Fiction Writers of America Nebula Award (and also provided some of the components). He was a four-time Hugo Award winner (1975, 1979, 1996, and 1997) for Best Fan Artist. In 1998 the Southern California Institute for Fan Interests created the William Rotsler Award in his honor; it is presented for lifetime achievements by SF fan artists.

William Rotsler Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of William Rotsler reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of William Rotsler's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of William Rotsler'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 Street of a Thousand Pleasures, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best William Rotsler Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from William Rotsler's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie William Rotsler has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1972 Street of a Thousand Pleasures Sultan with Grapes (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1969 The Secret Sex Lives of Romeo and Juliet The Prince Flop Similar →
1968 Suburban Pagans Bill (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1968 Lila Bearded Audience Member Flop Similar →
1967 Mondo Mod Don - Masked Interviewee LSD User Flop Similar →
1966 Agony of Love The Beatnik (as Shannon Carse) Flop Similar →
1966 The Girl With Hungry Eyes Brian (as Shannon Carse) Flop Similar →
1966 The Notorious Daughter of Fanny Hill - Flop Similar →

William Rotsler - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Rotsler?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Rotsler is "Street of a Thousand Pleasures" with a rating of 4.8/10.

How many movies has William Rotsler acted in?

William Rotsler has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Rotsler?

Other notable films include "The Secret Sex Lives of Romeo and Juliet", "Agony of Love", and "Lila".

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