William Pawley
ActingWilliam Pawley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Pawley 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 Pawley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of William Pawley'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 Prairie Moon, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Pawley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Pawley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Pawley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Decision at Midnight | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Time to Kill | Hensch | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | East of the River | Dave Carter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | West of Abilene | Chris Matson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Great Profile | Electrician | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sky Bandits | Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Paul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mercy Plane | James J. 'Big Jim' Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Cabdriver (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Disputed Passage | Mr. Merkle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Chicken Wagon Family | Ensor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Frontier Marshal | Buck Newton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Panama Lady | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Dinty (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Prairie Moon | Jim Legs Barton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Crime Takes a Holiday | Spike | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | White Banners | Joe Ellis | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Trapped by G-Men | Harry Grady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | San Quentin | Convict | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Gave Him a Gun | Gangster in Court (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | You Only Live Once | Mr. Williams (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Public Pays | Kelly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Women Are Trouble | Mechanic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Public Enemy's Wife | Correlli | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Noise | Dutch Schmidt (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Crail - Ex Con (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fatal Lady | Detective (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boulder Dam | Wilson - Garage Boss | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mary Burns, Fugitive | Mike | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Affair of Susan | Policeman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Daring Young Man | Muggs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stolen Harmony | Turk Connors (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Flirtation | Gangster | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Kentucky Kernels | John Wakefield | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Keep 'Em Rolling | Man Benny Fights in Beer Garden | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gabriel Over the White House | Borell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Robbers' Roost | Hank Hays | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Central Park | Gangster Hymie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Doggy (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Speak Easily | Griffo | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Red-Headed Woman | Al (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Trial of Vivienne Ware | Joseph Gilk | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Letty Lynton | Hennessey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Amateur Daddy | 2nd Fred Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Careless Lady | Police Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | After Tomorrow | Malcolm Jarvis | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Over the Hill | Ben Adams, Susan's Husband | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Bad Girl | Jim Haley | Average | Similar → |
William Pawley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Pawley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Pawley is "Prairie Moon" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Pawley acted in?
William Pawley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Pawley?
Other notable films include "The Affair of Susan", "Fatal Lady", and "Chicken Wagon Family".