William Smithers - Actor Profile

William Smithers

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
14Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 10, 1927
Birth Place: Richmond, Virginia, USA

About William Smithers

William Smithers was an American film and television actor.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

William Smithers Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of William Smithers reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of William Smithers's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 57% of William Smithers'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 Where the Ladies Go, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best William Smithers Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from William Smithers's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Where the Ladies Go (1980) movie poster
★10.0

Where the Ladies Go: A small-town bar, open only from 9AM to 3PM and owned by Buck (Earl Holliman), is the setting where bored housewives and

Where the Ladies Go

1980•Comedy
★9.0
Call to Danger (1973) movie poster
★9.0

Call to Danger: A federal agent recruits a computer whiz to try to free a Mafia witness who has been kidnapped and held in a heavily for

Call to Danger

1973•TV Movie
★9.0
Eagle in a Cage (1965) movie poster
★9.0

Eagle in a Cage: Recounts the events of the final years of Napoleon, culminating in his exile on the isle of St. Helena.

Eagle in a Cage

1965•Drama
★8.0
The Monk (1969) movie poster
★8.0

The Monk: Underworld attorney Leo Barnes hires Gus Monk to safeguard a valuable envelope containing information on a mobster. Monk

The Monk

1969•Mystery
★7.8
Papillon (1973) movie poster
★7.8

Papillon: A man befriends a fellow criminal as the two of them begin serving their sentence on a dreadful prison island, which ins

Papillon

1973•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie William Smithers has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1980 The Return of Frank Cannon William Barrett Hit Similar →
1980 Where the Ladies Go Mullen Super Hit Similar →
1978 Deathsport Doctor Karl Flop Similar →
1973 Papillon Warden Barrot Super Hit Similar →
1973 Scorpio Mitchell Average Similar →
1973 Call to Danger (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1972 Trouble Man Captain Joe Marx Average Similar →
1971 The Neon Ceiling Doctor Miller Super Hit Similar →
1970 The Brotherhood of the Bell Dr. Jerry Fielder Average Similar →
1969 The Monk Leo Barnes Super Hit Similar →
1965 Eagle in a Cage Gourgaud Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Parisienne and the Prudes Henry Flop Similar →
1956 Attack Harry Woodruff Hit Similar →
1954 The Shadow Alex Bromm Flop Similar →

William Smithers - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of William Smithers?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Smithers is "Where the Ladies Go" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has William Smithers acted in?

William Smithers has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by William Smithers?

Other notable films include "Call to Danger", "Eagle in a Cage", and "The Monk".

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