William 'Wee Willie' Davis
ActingAbout William 'Wee Willie' Davis
William "Wee Willie" Davis (1906–1981) was an American film actor. He had previously been a wrestler. He worked in the Jefferson County Jail in Louisville in 1972-75 as the gym guard. He was also an engineer and contributed to the invention of the Glowmeter, an early Heads up display that projected a cars speed onto the windshield. A fellow wrestler, Prince Ilaki Ibn Ali Hassan (whose real name was Agisilaki Mihalakis) who also fought as the Mad Greek was the primary inventor.
William 'Wee Willie' Davis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William 'Wee Willie' Davis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William 'Wee Willie' Davis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of William 'Wee Willie' Davis'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 The Asphalt Jungle, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William 'Wee Willie' Davis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William 'Wee Willie' Davis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William 'Wee Willie' Davis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | To Catch a Thief | Big Man in Kitchen (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Son of Paleface | Blacksmith | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in the Foreign Legion | Abdullah | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Asphalt Jungle | Timmons | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Samson and Delilah | Garmiskar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mighty Joe Young | Strongman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Red Pony | Truck driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Fool's Gold | Blackie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Bowery Bombshell | Moose McCall (as Wee Willie Davis) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pursuit to Algiers | Gubek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Wildfire | Moose Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Having Wonderful Crime | Zacharias, the Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gypsy Wildcat | Dota | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves | Arab Giant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Bouncer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Hans (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Arabian Nights | Valda | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gentleman Jim | Flannagan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reap the Wild Wind | The Lamb | Average | Similar → |
William 'Wee Willie' Davis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William 'Wee Willie' Davis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William 'Wee Willie' Davis is "The Asphalt Jungle" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has William 'Wee Willie' Davis acted in?
William 'Wee Willie' Davis has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William 'Wee Willie' Davis?
Other notable films include "To Catch a Thief", "Gentleman Jim", and "Pursuit to Algiers".