William Russ
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Handsome 6-foot-1 European-American businessman, entrepreneur, actor and television director. William Russ was born on October 20, 1950 in Portsmouth, Virginia, USA as William Hardy Russ IV. He is known for his work on Boy Meets World (1993), Wiseguy (1987) and Wanted: Dead or Alive (1986). He is married to Clare Wren. They have two children.
William Russ Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Russ reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. 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 Russ's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of William Russ'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 Silver Lake, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Russ Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Russ's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Russ has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Founders Day | Mr. Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Keeping Company | Glen Garrey | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Chasing the Rain | Ed | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Father by Law | Dale | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Maestro | Abe Herst | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Between Waves | Sonny | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Drones | General Lawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | California Solo | Rusty | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Green Guys | Peter Donnelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | 1,001 Ways to Enjoy the Missionary Position | Evan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | A Fork in the Road | Detective Ross | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The History of 'Cruising' | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Exorcising 'Cruising' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Silver Lake | Phil Patterson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Finding John Christmas | Hank McAllister | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Buck Naked Arson | Ranger Joe Lightcap | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Test of Love | Mark Whitman | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Replacing Dad | George Marsh | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | American History X | Dennis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | When Danger Follows You Home | Det. Tyler Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Have You Seen My Son | Van Stein | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Trail of Tears | David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Big Dreams & Broken Hearts: The Dottie West Story | Bill West | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Other Mothers | Coach Jim Doane | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Aspen Extreme | Dave Ritchie | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Traces of Red | Michael Dobson | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Sexual Advances | Jack French | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Drive Like Lightning | Boll Donner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Bay City Story | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Pastime | Roy Dean Bream | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | A Promise to Keep | Carl Goodrich | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Nasty Boys | Ben Farlow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Disorganized Crime | Nick Bartkowski | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Unholy | Luke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dead of Winter | Rob Sweeney | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Wanted: Dead or Alive | Danny Quintz | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Houston: The Legend of Texas | William Travis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Crime Story: Pilot | Det. Wes Connelly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Second Serve | Josh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Beer | Merle Draggett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Command 5 | Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Courage | Sonny | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Right Stuff | Slick Goodlin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Rehearsal for Murder | Frank Heller | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Border | Jimbo | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Cattle Annie and Little Britches | Little Dick Raidler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Crisis at Central High | J.O. Powell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Cruising | Paul Gaines | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Just You and Me, Kid | Demesta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Death Bed: The Bed That Eats | Sharon's Brother | Average | Similar → |
William Russ - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Russ?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Russ is "Silver Lake" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has William Russ acted in?
William Russ has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Russ?
Other notable films include "American History X", "A Promise to Keep", and "Sexual Advances".