Willard Parker
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Willard Parker (born Worster Van Eps, February 5, 1912 – December 4, 1996) was an American film and television actor. He was a leading man under contract to Columbia Pictures in the 1940s and starred in the TV series Tales of the Texas Rangers (1955–58).
Willard Parker Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Willard Parker reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Willard Parker's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Willard Parker'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 Fighting Guardsman, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Willard Parker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Willard Parker's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Willard Parker has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | The Great Waltz | Karl Treffz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Waco | Pete Jenner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Earth Dies Screaming | Jeff Nolan | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Air Patrol | Lt. Vern Tyler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The High Powered Rifle | Stephen Dancer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Walk Tall | Captain Ed Trask | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Young Jesse James | Cole Younger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Lone Texan | Clint Banister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Lure of the Swamp | James Lister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Naked Gun | Breen Mathews | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Kiss Me Kate | Tex Callaway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Jesse James Raid | Jesse James | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Vanquished | Captain Kirby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sangaree | Gabriel Thatch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Caribbean | Shively | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Apache Drums | Mayor Joe Madden | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | My True Story | Bill Phillips | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hunt the Man Down | Burnell 'Brick' Appleby | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Bandit Queen | Dan Hinsdale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Emergency Wedding | Vandemer | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | David Harding, Counterspy | Commander Jerry Baldwin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Secret Fury | Smith (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bodyhold | Tommy Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Calamity Jane and Sam Bass | Sheriff Will Egan | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Slightly French | Douglas Hyde | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | You Gotta Stay Happy | Henry Benson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Relentless | Jeff Moyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Mating of Millie | Phil Gowan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Wreck of the Hesperus | John Macready | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Renegades | Dr. Sam Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | One Way to Love | Mitchell Raymond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Fighting Guardsman | Baron François | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | What a Woman | Prof. Michael 'Mike' Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Zero Hour | Lansdowne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Dick Whitewood | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Invisible Menace | Pvt. Booker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Missing Witnesses | Hotel Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Adventurous Blonde | Clerk (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Over the Goal | Duke Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Alcatraz Island | Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love Is on the Air | Les Quimby | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | That Certain Woman | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Devil's Saddle Legion | Hub Ordley | Flop | Similar → |
Willard Parker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Willard Parker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Willard Parker is "The Fighting Guardsman" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Willard Parker acted in?
Willard Parker has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Willard Parker?
Other notable films include "The High Powered Rifle", "Slightly French", and "Lure of the Swamp".