William Desmond
ActingAbout William Desmond
Starting out in dramatic parts, Desmond soon switched to westerns and action serials, and became a major western star. When the sound era began Desmond was almost 50 years old, and was soon relegated to supporting roles.
William Desmond Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Desmond reflects exceptional commercial consistency. 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 Desmond's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of William Desmond'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 Captain of His Soul, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Desmond Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Desmond's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Desmond has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | The Return of the Durango Kid | Street Ambusher (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hi, Beautiful | Passenger (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland Mail | Williams - Banker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Down Rio Grande Way | Townsman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Headin' for the Rio Grande | Mr. Mack (cattle buyer) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Broken Coin | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Tailspin Tommy in The Great Air Mystery | Foreman Burke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Powdersmoke Range | Happy - Bartender | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Courage of the North | Gene Travis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Roaring West | Jim Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Wild Waters | Sheriff Manning | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rustlers of Red Dog | Ira Dale [Chs. 1-4, 6, 10-12] | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Crack-Up | Police Chief | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Border Guns | Dr. Jim Wilson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Fargo Express | Sheriff Joe Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mr. Broadway | 1st Suitor (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Rustler's Roundup | San Dimas Sheriff Holden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Clancy of the Mounted | Dave Moran | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Oklahoma Jim | Lacy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hell-Bent for Frisco | The Editor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Vanishing Legion | Milesburg Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Phantom of the West | Martin Blair | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | No Defense | John Harper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Mystery Rider | Winthrop Lane / The Mystery Rider | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Devil's Trademark | Morgan Gray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Strings of Steel | Ned Brown | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Ace of Spades | Dan Harvey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Burning Trail | Smiling Bill Flannigan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Straight Through | Good Deed O'Day | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Barriers of the Law | Rex Brandon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Outwitted | Jack Blaisdel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Sunset Trail | Happy Hobo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Breathless Moment | Billy Carson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Shadows of the North | Ben 'Wolf' Darby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Phantom Fortune | Larry Barclay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Night Life in Hollywood | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Perils of the Yukon | Jack Merrill Sr. / Jack Merrill Jr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Fightin' Mad | Bud McGraw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Policeman and the Baby | The Policeman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Child Thou Gavest Me | Tom Marshall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Prince and Betty | John Maude | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Sage Brush Hamlet | Larry Lang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Mints of Hell | Dan Burke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Whitewashed Walls | Larry Donovan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Her Code of Honor | Eugene La Salle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Marriage Bubble | The Actor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Captain of His Soul | Horace | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Master of His Home | Carson Stewart | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Last of the Ingrams | Jules Ingram | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | A Gamble in Souls | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
William Desmond - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Desmond?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Desmond is "Captain of His Soul" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Desmond acted in?
William Desmond has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Desmond?
Other notable films include "The Policeman and the Baby", "Master of His Home", and "Wild Waters".