William Wise

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

12Total Films

6.9 Highest Rated

Born: May 11, 1940

Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of William Wise reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of William Wise's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), William Wise remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in In the Bedroom, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best William Wise Movies Ranked

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

★6.9

★6.9

In the Bedroom — Summertime on the coast of Maine, "In the Bedroom" centers on the inner dynamics of a family in transition. Matt Fowler

In the Bedroom

2001•Drama

★6.4

★6.4

Kingdom Hospital — Stephen King's take on the masterpiece series by Lars von Trier. The story takes place in a hospital in Lewiston, Maine,

Kingdom Hospital

2004•Horror

★6.2

Thirteen Conversations About One Thing (2001) movie poster

★6.2

Thirteen Conversations About One Thing — In New York City, the lives of a lawyer, an actuary, a house-cleaner, a professor, and the people around them intersect

Thirteen Conversations About One Thing

2001•Drama

★6.0

Farewell to the King (1989) movie poster

★6.0

Farewell to the King — An American soldier who escapes the execution of his comrades by Japanese soldiers in Borneo during WWII becomes the lea

Farewell to the King

1989•War

★5.9

★5.9

Broken English — Nora Wilder is freaking out. Everyone around her is either in a relationship, married, or has children. Nora is in her t

Broken English

2007•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of William Wise.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2009	My Father's Will	Mr. Mancini	Flop	Similar →
2007	Broken English	William Gregory	Average	Similar →
2004	Kingdom Hospital	Dr. Louis Traff	Average	Similar →
2003	Red Betsy	Grandpa Charles	Flop	Similar →
2001	In the Bedroom	Willis Grinnel	Hit	Similar →
2001	Thirteen Conversations About One Thing	Wade Bowman	Average	Similar →
1998	Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God... Be Back by Five	Sexy Larry (The Store Owner)	Flop	Similar →
1995	Comfortably Numb	Mark Krasno	Flop	Similar →
1992	First Impressions	Chuck Charney	Flop	Similar →
1990	Blue Steel	Internal Affairs Man	Average	Similar →
1989	Farewell to the King	Dynamite Dave	Average	Similar →
1971	T.R. Baskin	Gary	Flop	Similar →

William Wise - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Wise?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Wise is "In the Bedroom" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has William Wise acted in?

William Wise has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Wise?

Other notable films include "Kingdom Hospital", "Thirteen Conversations About One Thing", and "Farewell to the King".