William Hopper
ActingWilliam Hopper Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Hopper 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 Hopper's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 84% of William Hopper'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 Deadly Mantis, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Hopper Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Hopper's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Hopper has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Deadly Mantis | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Slim Carter | Joe Brewster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | 20 Million Miles to Earth | Colonel Robert Calder | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Bad Seed | Col. Kenneth Penmark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The First Texan | William Barrett Travis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Good-bye, My Lady | Walden Grover | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rebel Without a Cause | Judy's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | This Is My Love | District Attorney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Murder on the Waterfront | Sentry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Canadian Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Force | Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Truck Busters | Truck Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Hard Way | Hotel Desk Clerk (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Busses Roar | Dark-Haired Sailor at Bar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Across the Pacific | Orderly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Spy Ship | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Murder in the Big House | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bullet Scars | Murdered Bank Teller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | All Through the Night | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 2 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Died with Their Boots On | Lt. Frazier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Maltese Falcon | Reporter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Power Company Telephone Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Highway West | Frank Carson-Murdered Cashier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Bride Came C.O.D. | Pilot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Strange Alibi | Desk Clerk at National Apartments | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Footsteps in the Dark | Police Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lady with Red Hair | Lyceum Theater Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Flag of Humanity | Sentry (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ladies Must Live | Joe Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Brother Orchid | 2nd Reporter on Return Ship (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | 'Til We Meet Again | Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Child is Born | Intern Going to See Operation (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Dress Parade | Soldier Getting Radio Report from H4 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pride of the Blue Grass | Joe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Espionage Agent | Student | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Bill of Rights | Courier | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Old Maid | John | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cowboy Quarterback | Handsome Sam Saxon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Daughters Courageous | Striped-Shirted Man at Beach (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Midnight | Flammarions' Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stagecoach | Sergeant (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love Is on the Air | Eddie Gould | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Back in Circulation | Pete Eddington - a Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Larceny on the Air | Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
William Hopper - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Hopper?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Hopper is "The Deadly Mantis" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has William Hopper acted in?
William Hopper has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Hopper?
Other notable films include "This Is My Love", "Slim Carter", and "Good-bye, My Lady".