Warren William
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Warren William (born Warren William Krech; 2 December 1894 - 24 September 1948) was an American stage, screen, and radio actor, popular as a film leading man during the early 1930s, and later nicknamed the "King of Pre-Code". He is best remembered for portraying amoral businessmen, lawyers, and other heartless types.
Warren William Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Warren William reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Warren William's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Warren William'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 Trail of the Vigilantes, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Warren William Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Warren William's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Warren William has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Thou Shalt Not: Sex, Sin and Censorship in Pre-Code Hollywood | Various Roles (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Wolfman | Dr. Lloyd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Private Affairs of Bel Ami | Laroche-Mathieu | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Passport to Suez | Michael Lanyard / The Lone Wolf | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Counter-Espionage | Michael Lanyard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Wolf Man | Dr. Lloyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Secrets of the Lone Wolf | Michael Lanyard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Wild Geese Calling | Blackie Bedford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lone Wolf Takes a Chance | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arizona | Jefferson Carteret | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Trail of the Vigilantes | Mark Dawson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Keeps a Date | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Meets a Lady | Michael Lanyard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Jesse Lewisohn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Strikes | Michael Lanyard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Day-time Wife | Bernard Dexter | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | D'Artagnan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gracie Allen Murder Case | Philo Vance | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Michael Lanyard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The First Hundred Years | Harry Borden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arsène Lupin Returns | Steve Emerson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Firefly | Major de Rouchemont | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Madame X | Bernard Fleuriot | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Midnight Madonna | Blackie Denbo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Outcast | Dr. Wendell Phillips / Phil Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Case of the Velvet Claws | Perry Mason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Dream Comes True | Self (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Case of the Curious Bride | Perry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Secret Bride | Robert Sheldon | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Imitation of Life | Stephen 'Steve' Archer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cleopatra | Julius Caesar | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Case of the Howling Dog | Perry Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Upperworld | Alexander Stream | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hollywood on Parade No. B-1 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady for a Day | Dave the Dude | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gold Diggers of 1933 | Lawrence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mind Reader | Chandra | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Employees' Entrance | Kurt Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Match King | Paul Kroll | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Three on a Match | Robert Kirkwood | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Dark Horse | Hal Samson Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Beauty and the Boss | Baron Josef von Ullrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mouthpiece | Vincent 'Vince' Day | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Woman from Monte Carlo | Lieutenant d'Ortelles | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Under Eighteen | Raymond Harding | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Honor of the Family | Captain Boris Barony | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 7: 'The Spoon' | Warren William - the Husband (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Plunder | Mr. Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Town That Forgot God | Eben | Super Hit | Similar → |
Warren William - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Warren William?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Warren William is "Trail of the Vigilantes" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Warren William acted in?
Warren William has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Warren William?
Other notable films include "How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 7: 'The Spoon'", "The First Hundred Years", and "Midnight Madonna".