
William Henry
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia William Albert Henry (November 10, 1914 – August 10, 1982) was an American actor working in Hollywood movies. Born in Los Angeles in 1914, Henry started as a child actor, then was a hero in B-movies (mainly westerns), and ended his career as a character actor. He also appeared in various roles on episodes of many TV series. He was a member of the John Ford Stock Company and appeared 12 times for Ford. Henry was active with the Pasadena Community Playhouse. His brother was the character actor Thomas Browne Henry. Henry was married and divorced twice. His first marriage was to Grace Durkin, with whom he had son Michael and daughter Michele. His and his second wife, Barbara Knudson, were the parents of William "Bill" Henry, Jr. (b. 1958).
William Henry Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Henry 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 Henry's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of William Henry'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 Torpedo Alley, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Henry Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Henry's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Henry has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | El Dorado | Sheriff Dodd Draper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | Infantry Captain (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | How the West Was Won | Staff Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Flashing Spikes | Assistant Commissioner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance | Gambler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Alamo | Dr. Sutherland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sergeant Rutledge | Capt. Dwyer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Horse Soldiers | Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Votes Tallyman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Applegate Treasure | Policeman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Harder They Fall | Fight Arena Locker Room Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Uranium Boom | Joe McGinnus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Paris Follies of 1956 | Wendell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mister Roberts | Lt. Billings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hollywood Thrill-Makers | Dave Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Torpedo Alley | Instructor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Savage Frontier | Dan Longley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Thundering Caravans | Bert Cranston (as Bill Henry) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Old Frontier | Doctor Tom Creighton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Motor Patrol | Officer Larry Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Death Valley Gunfighter | Keith Ames | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Denver Kid | Tim Roberts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | King of the Gamblers | Jerry Muller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Trail to San Antone | Rick Malloy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Invisible Informer | Mike Reagan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | G.I. War Brides | Capt. Roger Kirby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Adventures of Mark Twain | Charles Langdon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Silent Partner | Jeffrey Swales | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Call of the South Seas | Agent Paul Russell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Women in Bondage | Heinz Radtke (as Bill Henry) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Pete Dougherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sarong Girl | Jeff Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | False Faces | Don Westcott (as Bill Henry) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | His Girl's Worst Friend | Terry Kelly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Socks Appeal | Terry Kelly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Calaboose | Tom Pendergrast (as Bill Henry) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great Glover | Terry Kelly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Scattergood Meets Broadway | David Drew | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dance Hall | Joe Brooks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Jennie | George Schermer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Emergency Squad | Peter Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Television Spy | Douglas Cameron | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | I'm from Missouri | Joel Streight | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mama Runs Wild | Paul Fowler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | What Do You Think? | John Dough | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Double or Nothing | Egbert Clark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Exclusive Story | James Witherspoon Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Perfect Tribute | Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Society Doctor | Frank Snowden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Gilbert Wynant | Super Hit | Similar → |
William Henry - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Henry?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Henry is "Torpedo Alley" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Henry acted in?
William Henry has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Henry?
Other notable films include "The Old Frontier", "Jennie", and "G.I. War Brides".




