Wilton Graff
ActingAbout Wilton Graff
Wilton Graff (13 August 1903 – 13 January 1969) was an American actor. He was born as Wilton Calvert Ratcliffe on 13 August 1903 in St. Louis, Missouri, US. He died in Pacific Palisades, California on 13 January 1969.
Wilton Graff Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Wilton Graff 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 Wilton Graff's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Wilton Graff'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 Another Part of the Forest, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Wilton Graff Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wilton Graff's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Wilton Graff has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Sail a Crooked Ship | Simon J. Harrison | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Return to Peyton Place | Dr. Fowkles (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Compulsion | Mr. Steiner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tip on a Dead Jockey | Phyllis's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Something of Value | Capt. Hillary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Benny Goodman Story | John Hammond Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Sea Chase | Consul General Hepke | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Shrine Auditorium Emcee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | King Richard and the Crusaders | Duke Leopold of Austria | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Miss Sadie Thompson | Governor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Scandal at Scourie | Leffington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Lili | M. Tonit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The I Don't Care Girl | Florenz 'Flo' Ziegfeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Million Dollar Mermaid | Garvey | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Operation Secret | Capt. Chiron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Springfield Rifle | Col. George Sharpe | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fearless Fagan | Col. Horne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Young Man with Ideas | Mr. Cardy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mask of the Avenger | Count Dimorna (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | My True Story | George Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The West Point Story | Lieutenant Colonel Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Fortunes of Captain Blood | Capt. Alvarado | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | When Willie Comes Marching Home | General Chester Jans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Reign of Terror | Marquis de Lafayette (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Once More, My Darling | Frobisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Blondie's Big Deal | Joe Dillon | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Caught | Gentry (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Dark Past | Frank Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Blade | Duc d'Orleans | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gentleman from Nowhere | Larry Hendricks | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Another Part of the Forest | Sam Taylor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Return of the Whistler | Dr. Grantland | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Woman's Vengeance | Defending Counselor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Wreck of the Hesperus | Caleb Cross | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | A Double Life | Dr. Mervin | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back | Cedric Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | They Won't Believe Me | Patrick Gold (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Web | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Maxwell Kenyon | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Shadowed | Tony Montague | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Ralph Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Traffic in Crime | Nick Cantrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Valley of the Zombies | Dr. Lucifer Garland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Phantom Thief | Rex Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Just Before Dawn | Alexander 'Alec' Girard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pillow of Death | Police Captain McCracken | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Strange Confession | Brandon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Gangs of the Waterfront | Police Commissioner Hogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Earl Carroll Vanities | Mr. Thayer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Royal Scandal | Russian General (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Wilton Graff - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wilton Graff?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wilton Graff is "Another Part of the Forest" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Wilton Graff acted in?
Wilton Graff has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wilton Graff?
Other notable films include "Fortunes of Captain Blood", "The Web", and "Compulsion".