Wil Johnson - Actor Profile

Wil Johnson

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
23Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 18, 1965
Birth Place: Haringey, London, England, UK

Wil Johnson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Wil Johnson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Wil Johnson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 26% of Wil Johnson'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 Go West Young Man, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Wil Johnson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Wil Johnson's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Go West Young Man (1996) movie poster
★9.0

Go West Young Man: A black father and son discuss the ways in which popular myths have shaped their everyday experiences. Go West Young Man

Go West Young Man

1996•Animation
★8.0
Emotional Backgammon (2003) movie poster
★8.0

Emotional Backgammon: John thinks life is just perfect. He's in what he considers a solid relationship with girlfriend Mary and his job as a t

Emotional Backgammon

2003
★8.0
King Lear (2016) movie poster
★8.0

King Lear: Don Warrington stars as the tragic monarch in this acclaimed version of the Shakespeare play recorded at the Royal Excha

King Lear

2016•Drama
★7.1
In a Better World (2010) movie poster
★7.1

In a Better World: The lives of two Danish families cross each other, and an extraordinary but risky friendship comes into bud. But lonelin

In a Better World

2010•Drama
★7.0
Native (2000) movie poster
★7.0

Native: “A drama set in the sixties in which 11-year-old West Indian boy James is caught between two cultures.” - Radio Times (2

Native

2000

Full Filmography

Every movie Wil Johnson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Jafaican Winston Flop Similar →
2024 Tell No Lies Detective Wright Flop Similar →
2022 Revelations Thom Flop Similar →
2021 The Track Nate Flop Similar →
2018 Black Smoke Rising Simon Flop Similar →
2018 Dumar Volume Two Emmerson Flop Similar →
2018 Macbeth Captain Hit Similar →
2017 National Theatre Live: Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead Claudius Average Similar →
2016 King Lear Earl of Kent Super Hit Similar →
2013 Fedz Trevor McBride Flop Similar →
2012 Dead End Carl Foster Flop Similar →
2011 Anuvahood Mike Average Similar →
2010 In a Better World - Hit Similar →
2010 Pimp Byron Flop Similar →
2008 Adulthood Big Man Average Similar →
2007 Deadmeat Barry Flop Similar →
2003 Emotional Backgammon John Super Hit Similar →
2001 South West 9 Freddy Flop Similar →
2001 Buried Treasure Luke Average Similar →
2000 Native Tyronne Hit Similar →
1998 Babymother Byron Flop Similar →
1996 Go West Young Man - Super Hit Similar →
N/A The Force: The Michael Watson Story Lennard Ballack Flop Similar →

Wil Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Wil Johnson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wil Johnson is "Go West Young Man" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Wil Johnson acted in?

Wil Johnson has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Wil Johnson?

Other notable films include "Emotional Backgammon", "King Lear", and "In a Better World".

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