TV Shows - William Duell
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on May 16, 2024. William Duell has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#164Law & Orderas Desk Clerk • 1 episode • #164 most popular showLaw & Order is a critically acclaimed crime drama television series that follows the lives of dedicated police officers and prosecutors as they navigate the complex world of criminal justice in New York City. The show is known for its gripping storytelling, intricate plotlines, and realistic portrayal of the legal system. With a combination of police investigations and courtroom drama, Law & Order has captivated audiences for over two decades.
Movies - William Duell
Sorted by online popularity. William Duell has appeared in 9 movies with data.
#344One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nestas Jim Sefelt • #344 most popular movieOne Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a powerful drama film directed by Miloš Forman and based on the novel of the same name by Ken Kesey. The story follows Randle McMurphy, a rebellious convict who feigns insanity to avoid hard labor in prison. He is transferred to a mental institution where he clashes with the strict and oppressive Nurse Ratched. McMurphy's charismatic and unpredictable behavior has a profound impact on the other patients, challenging their institutionalized way of life. The film delves into themes of freedom, individuality, and the power dynamics within psychiatric institutions.
#3,627In & Outas Emmett Wilson • #3,627 most popular movieA 1997 American comedy film revolving around a midwestern English literature teacher who begins to question his sexuality after a surprising revelation at the Academy Awards.
#4,015The Pope of Greenwich Villageas Toll Booth Attendant • #4,015 most popular movieThe Pope of Greenwich Village is a 1984 American crime black comedy film featuring Mickey Rourke and Eric Roberts. It follows two cousins who attempt a risky heist to fund their ambitious plans, leading to dangerous consequences involving the Mafia and corrupt authorities.
#4,033Elvira: Mistress of the Darkas Lesley Meeker • #4,033 most popular movieElvira: Mistress of the Dark is a 1988 American comedy horror film featuring Cassandra Peterson as the eccentric horror host Elvira. The story revolves around Elvira inheriting a house in a conservative town, where she encounters sinister secrets and supernatural elements.
#4,565Ironweedas Moose • #4,565 most popular movieIronweed is a 1987 American drama film directed by Héctor Babenco, starring Jack Nicholson and Meryl Streep. The story revolves around the complex relationship between a homeless couple, dealing with personal demons and haunted pasts during the Great Depression era.
#5,136Cradle Will Rockas Butler • #5,136 most popular movieCradle Will Rock is a 1999 American historical drama film that fictionalizes the true events surrounding the development of the 1937 musical The Cradle Will Rock by Marc Blitzstein. It offers a social commentary on the role of art and power in the 1930s, amidst the struggles of the labor movement and the appeal of socialism and communism among intellectuals and working-class people at the time.
#5,200Funny Farmas Old Character • #5,200 most popular movieFunny Farm is a 1988 American comedy film featuring Chevy Chase and Madolyn Smith. The movie follows a couple, Andy and Elizabeth Farmer, who move to a quirky town in Vermont for inspiration to write a novel, only to encounter a series of humorous misadventures.
#6,798Mrs. Soffelas Lenny • #6,798 most popular movieMrs. Soffel is a 1984 American drama film directed by Gillian Armstrong, starring Diane Keaton and Mel Gibson, depicting a prison warden's wife aiding condemned brothers in their escape.
#6,843Without a Traceas Polygraph Operator • #6,843 most popular movieWithout a Trace is a 1983 American drama film directed by Stanley R. Jaffe, starring Kate Nelligan, Judd Hirsch, David Dukes, and Stockard Channing, based on the novel 'Still Missing' by Beth Gutcheon.
William Duell Biography
William Duell (1923-2011) was an American actor and singer known for his roles in the musical 1776, the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and the TV series Police Squad!. With a Shakespearean background, Duell had a successful career as a character actor, appearing in numerous plays, films, and TV shows. His last work was a cameo in the 2003 film How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. Born in Corinth, New York, Duell's name was legally changed to Darwin William Duell by his mother. However, he always went by his middle name, William. Duell graduated from Green Mountain Junior College, Illinois Wesleyan University, and Yale University.
On May 16, 2024, William Duell had 64 Wikipedia visits, making him the #20,978 most popular actor online.
