William Royle
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William Royle was born on March 22, 1887 in Rochester, New York. He was an actor, known for Drums of Fu Manchu (1940), The Rains Came (1939) and Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe (1940). He died on August 9, 1940 in Los Angeles, California.
William Royle Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Royle reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Royle's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of William Royle'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 Radio Patrol, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Royle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Royle's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Royle has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Sir Dennis Nayland Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Cross of Lorraine | Louis | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Policeman in Raid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Heroes of the Saddle | J.D. Crone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Cisco Kid | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Son of the Navy | Chief Petty Officer Pat Moote | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Sir Dennis Nayland Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe | Captain Sudan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Murder on the Yukon | George Weathers | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Balalaika | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man from Montreal | Luther St. Paul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mutiny in the Big House | Captain of Guards Ed Samson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Rains Came | Raschid Ali Khan | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Chicken Wagon Family | Checker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Fighting Gringo | Ben Wallace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Wong in Chinatown | Capt. Jaime | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | Commandant of Bastille | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Code of the Streets | Club Manager Bert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Frontier Pony Express | Dan Garrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Us Live | Prison Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mexicali Rose | Carruthers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Arizona Legion | Jim Dutton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pirates of the Skies | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Red River Range | Payne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Convicts at Large | Steve Moran | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hawk of the Wilderness | Manuel Solerno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Renegade Ranger | Ben Sanderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Hot to Handle | Second Flyer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flaming Frontiers | Henchman Jim Crosby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tell Your Children | Prosecuting Attorney (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nurse from Brooklyn | Boylan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Secret of Treasure Island | Paul Thorndyke [Ch.1] | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arsène Lupin Returns | Burly Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Jury's Secret | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Radio Patrol | Inspector Clark | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Renfrew of the Royal Mounted | George Poulis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Slaves in Bondage | Newspaper City Editor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | It Can't Last Forever | Assistant District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild West Days | Braden, member of the Secret 7 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hollywood Cowboy | Klinker | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Torture Money | Chief of Police (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rebellion | Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Glory Trail | Captain Fetterman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crash Donovan | Patrolman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Special Agent K-7 | Police Capt. Hall | Flop | Similar → |
William Royle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Royle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Royle is "Radio Patrol" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Royle acted in?
William Royle has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Royle?
Other notable films include "Chicken Wagon Family", "The Glory Trail", and "Pirates of the Skies".