
William Zappa
ActingWilliam Zappa Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Zappa reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Zappa's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of William Zappa'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 Police State, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Zappa Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Zappa's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Zappa has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Butter Scene | Bernardo Bertolucci | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Dry | Mal Deacon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears | Assist Commissioner Forsythe | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Broke | Abe | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dead Europe | Vassili | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Heartbeat Away | Edwin Flack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Underbelly Files: The Man Who Got Away | Jack Jacobs | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Shot Open | Jack Walsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Men's Group | Anthony | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Curtin | Gen. Vernon Sturdee | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Man-Thing | Gerber | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Illustrated Family Doctor | Adrian Kelp | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Pending | Immigration Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Monkey's Mask | Detective Sergeant Wesley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bootmen | Walter | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Federation | Charles Kingston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Amy | Bill Trendle | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Diana & Me | Phil | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mr. Reliable | Army Colonel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Phantom | Ralph Ellison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Zone 39 | Sharp | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Rat Tamer | Officer Ben Costa | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Crush | Colin Iseman | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Quigley Down Under | Reilly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Police State | Michael Forde | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Celia | Inspector John Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Les Misérables: The Australia Day Concert | Thénardier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Mad Max 2 | Zetta | Hit | Similar → |
William Zappa - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Zappa?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Zappa is "Police State" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has William Zappa acted in?
William Zappa has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Zappa?
Other notable films include "Mad Max 2", "The Illustrated Family Doctor", and "The Dry".




