William Humphrey
ActingWilliam Humphrey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Humphrey reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. 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 Humphrey's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 66% of William Humphrey'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 Subway Express, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Humphrey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Humphrey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Humphrey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | Find the Witness | Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | False Pretenses | Newman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Fighting Pilot | F.S. Reynolds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Are We Civilized? | Napoleon | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Crime of Helen Stanley | Doctor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Secret Sinners | The Music Publisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Curtain at Eight | Allison, addled actor | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cheating Blondes | Jim - City Editor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Tangled Destinies | Professor Hartley | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Cowboy Counsellor | Judge Kendell | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Madame Racketeer | Bank Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Murder at Midnight | Colton | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Subway Express | Mr. Cotton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Devil-May-Care | Napoleon Bonaparte | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Actress | Mr. Telfer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Temptations of a Shop Girl | John Horton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Silent Lover | Cornelius Sherman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Dice Woman | Ship Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Volga Boatman | Head of the Tribunal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Midnight Limited | John Reynolds | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Lady Robinhood | Governor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Unholy Three | Attorney for Defense | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Phantom of the Opera | M. Debienne (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Drusilla with a Million | John Thornton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Dangerous Innocence | John Church | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Beau Brummel | Lord Alvanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Arizona Express | Henry MacFarlane | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln | Stephen A. Douglas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Social Code | District Attorney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Scaramouche | The Chevalier de Chabrillane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Strangers' Banquet | Groom's Friend | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Way of a Woman | Nathan Caspar (as William Humphreys) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | A House Divided | Sir Arthur Stanhope | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Spirit of Christmas | The Man of Wealth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Butler's Secret | Alfred Dixon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Mixed Identities | Sparkins Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | Her Forgotten Dancing Shoes | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Heart of the King's Jester | The King | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | An Aeroplane Elopement | Mr. Brooks - Maud's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1911 | A Message from Beyond | Mr. Morrison - Jack's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Death of King Edward III | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1911 | A Tale of Two Cities | The Duke D'Evremon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | Jean Rescues | Oscar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1910 | Hako's Sacrifice | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1910 | Twelfth Night | Sir Toby Belch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | Benedict Arnold | Major Andre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Life of George Washington | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Judgment of Solomon | King Solomon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1909 | Napoleon and the Empress Josephine | Napoleon Bonaparte | Average | Similar → |
William Humphrey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Humphrey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Humphrey is "Subway Express" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Humphrey acted in?
William Humphrey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Humphrey?
Other notable films include "The Actress", "A Message from Beyond", and "Her Forgotten Dancing Shoes".