William Challee
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William John Challee (April 6, 1904 – March 11, 1989) was an American actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article William Challee, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
William Challee Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Challee 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 William Challee's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of William Challee'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 Miss Susie Slagle's, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Challee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Challee's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Challee has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | From Noon Till Three | Piano Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Dynasty | Plunkett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Moonchild | Alchemist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Irish Whiskey Rebellion | Timothy | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Zachariah | Old Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Numbers Start with the River | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Five Easy Pieces | Nicholas Dupea | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Winchester '73 | Liveryman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Cincinnati Kid | Old Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Days in May | Gen. Riley (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Hook | Schmidt | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | War Hunt | Lt. Colonel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cimarron | Barber (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Plunderers | 1st Citizen | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Noose for a Gunman | Gorse | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus | Jailbird | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Story on Page One | Lemke (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Sound and the Fury | Roustabout (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Twilight for the Gods | Sweeney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Saddle the Wind | Barfly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Raintree County | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Desperados Are in Town | Tom Kesh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man with the Gun | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Chicago Syndicate | Dolan | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man Without a Star | Brick Gooder (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Glenn Miller Story | Dispatch Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | This Woman Is Dangerous | Ned Shaw (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Big Trees | Brother Williams (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | On Dangerous Ground | Thug (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Whip Hand | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gambling House | Parking Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Outrage | Lee Wilkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Port of New York | Leo Stasser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Reign of Terror | Bourdon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Tap Roots | Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desperate | Reynolds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Deputy Sheriff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Boomerang! | Whitney - Harvey's Assistant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Nocturne | Olsen, Police Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Without Reservations | Corporal (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Deadline at Dawn | Ray (Newsstand Proprietor) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Miss Susie Slagle's | Interne (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | From This Day Forward | Pawnbroker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tokyo Rose | Mike Kovac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Gun in His Hand | Snorky (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | God Is My Co-Pilot | Joe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Song to Remember | Titus (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Fischer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Days of Glory | Ducrenko (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | One Third of a Nation | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
William Challee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Challee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Challee is "Miss Susie Slagle's" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has William Challee acted in?
William Challee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Challee?
Other notable films include "Dynasty", "The Desperados Are in Town", and "Seven Days in May".