Wilton Graff
ActingAbout Wilton Graff
Wilton Graff (13 August 1903 – 13 January 1969) was an American actor. He was born as Wilton Calvert Ratcliffe on 13 August 1903 in St. Louis, Missouri, US. He died in Pacific Palisades, California on 13 January 1969.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wilton Graff reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Wilton Graff's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wilton Graff remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Another Part of the Forest, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Wilton Graff Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wilton Graff's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wilton Graff.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Sail a Crooked Ship | Simon J. Harrison | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Return to Peyton Place | Dr. Fowkles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Compulsion | Mr. Steiner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tip on a Dead Jockey | Phyllis's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Something of Value | Capt. Hillary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Benny Goodman Story | John Hammond Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Sea Chase | Consul General Hepke | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Shrine Auditorium Emcee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | King Richard and the Crusaders | Duke Leopold of Austria | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Miss Sadie Thompson | Governor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Scandal at Scourie | Leffington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Lili | M. Tonit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The I Don't Care Girl | Florenz 'Flo' Ziegfeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Million Dollar Mermaid | Garvey | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Operation Secret | Capt. Chiron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Springfield Rifle | Col. George Sharpe | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Fearless Fagan | Col. Horne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Young Man with Ideas | Mr. Cardy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mask of the Avenger | Count Dimorna (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | My True Story | George Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The West Point Story | Lieutenant Colonel Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Fortunes of Captain Blood | Capt. Alvarado | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | When Willie Comes Marching Home | General Chester Jans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Reign of Terror | Marquis de Lafayette (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Once More, My Darling | Frobisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Blondie's Big Deal | Joe Dillon | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Caught | Gentry (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Dark Past | Frank Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Blade | Duc d'Orleans | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gentleman from Nowhere | Larry Hendricks | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Another Part of the Forest | Sam Taylor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Return of the Whistler | Dr. Grantland | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Woman's Vengeance | Defending Counselor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Wreck of the Hesperus | Caleb Cross | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | A Double Life | Dr. Mervin | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back | Cedric Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | They Won't Believe Me | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Web | District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Maxwell Kenyon | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Shadowed | Tony Montague | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Ralph Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Traffic in Crime | Nick Cantrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Valley of the Zombies | Dr. Lucifer Garland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Phantom Thief | Rex Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Just Before Dawn | Alexander 'Alec' Girard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pillow of Death | Police Captain McCracken | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Strange Confession | Brandon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Gangs of the Waterfront | Police Commissioner Hogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Earl Carroll Vanities | Mr. Thayer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Royal Scandal | Russian General (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Wilton Graff - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wilton Graff?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wilton Graff is "Another Part of the Forest" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Wilton Graff acted in?
Wilton Graff has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wilton Graff?
Other notable films include "Fortunes of Captain Blood", "Compulsion", and "A Star Is Born".