William Ruhl
ActingWilliam Ruhl Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Ruhl reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Ruhl's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of William Ruhl'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 Pals of the Golden West, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Ruhl Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Ruhl's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Ruhl has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Because of You | Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pals of the Golden West | Sheriff (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Company She Keeps | Officer Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Great Jewel Robber | Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Code of the Silver Sage | Major Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Western Renegades | Bartender Curly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Impact | Fingerprint Expert | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | South of St. Louis | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Joe Palooka in Winner Take All | Talbot's Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Jinx Money | Police Detective Sgt. Ryan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Wallflower | Train Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Wouldn't Be in Your Shoes | Police Lieutenant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | All My Sons | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Song of My Heart | Cesar Cui | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Always Together | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Law Comes to Gunsight | Brad Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Hard Boiled Mahoney | McGregor - Apartment Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Fran (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Bowery Bombshell | Henchman Spike | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Mildred Pierce | Personnel Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Adventures of Kitty O'Day | Michael Tracey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Great Alaskan Mystery | Agent Grey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | None Shall Escape | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Mad Ghoul | Stagehand (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | So's Your Uncle | Crell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hit the Ice | Sheriff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mummy's Tomb | Nick (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Devil with Hitler | Gestapo Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | Gestapo Agent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Spy | Major Allen's Friend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mystery of Marie Roget | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Deputy Marshal (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Unseen Enemy | Detective Callahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Treat 'Em Rough | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Appointment for Love | Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Badlands of Dakota | Ship's Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold That Ghost | Night Club Patron Who Falls (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Criminals Within | Capt. Gray | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet Strikes Again! | J.E. Lynch - Gang Attorney | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gaucho Serenade | Henchman Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Black Friday | G-Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | It's a Date | Ship's Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie McCarthy, Detective | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sabotage | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | I Stole a Million | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Code of the Streets | Police Lieutenant Welles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tough Kid | Monk -Club Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | You Only Live Once | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Spendthrift | Radio Operator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | 3 Kids and a Queen | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
William Ruhl - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Ruhl?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Ruhl is "Pals of the Golden West" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has William Ruhl acted in?
William Ruhl has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Ruhl?
Other notable films include "Mildred Pierce", "The Killers", and "You Only Live Once".