William Sadler: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 60
- on screen
- 1978–2024
- box office
- $317M
- average score
- 59
- Born
- April 13, 1950 (age 76)
- Birthplace
- Buffalo, New York, United States
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- film actor, television actor
- Years active
- 1980-present
- Spouses
- Marni Joan Bakst
- Children
- 1
The Best William Sadler Movies
The highest-rated films William Sadler is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020) scores highest, at 80. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 80 Bill & Ted Face the Music 2020 · Death -
Movie Echo Score: Score 74 VFW 2020 · Walter Reed -
Movie Echo Score: Score 73 The Highwaymen 2019 · Henry Barrow -
Movie Echo Score: Score 71 VFW 2019 · Walter Reed -
Movie Echo Score: Score 59 Living Among Us 2018 · Samuel -
Movie Echo Score: Score 51 The Unholy 2021 · Father Hagan
William Sadler's Career in Numbers
William Sadler's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres William Sadler works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Great Wallendas (1978) to Salem's Lot (2024), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.
William Sadler Movies by Decade
- 1970s 1
- 1980s 2
- 1990s 18
- 2000s 12
- 2010s 18
- 2020s 8
The 1990s were William Sadler's busiest decade, with 18 films.
William Sadler Movies by Genre
- Drama 8
- Action 8
- Mystery 7
- Horror 6
- Thriller 6
- Comedy 6
- Tv movie 6
- Adventure 2
- Sci-Fi 2
- Romance 2
Drama is the genre William Sadler has worked in most, with 8 films, ahead of action (8).
William Sadler Career Milestones
- First film
- The Great Wallendas 1978
- Biggest box office hit
- The Grudge $49.5M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Bill & Ted Face the Music Movie Echo Score 80
- Newest film
- Salem's Lot 2024
William Sadler Filmography: Every Movie
Every film William Sadler is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 59. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
William Sadler Movies as an Actor
59- 2024
Salem's Lot as Parkins Gillespie · Horror Worldwide box office: $851K Movie Echo Score: 50 - 2022
She Came from the Woods as Gilbert McCalister · Horror Movie Echo Score: 47 - 2022
A Stage of Twilight as Barry · Drama - 2021
The Unholy as Father Hagan · Drama Worldwide box office: $30.8M Movie Echo Score: 51 - 2021
Alice Fades Away as James · Thriller - 2020
Bill & Ted Face the Music as Death · Adventure Worldwide box office: $6.27M Movie Echo Score: 80 - 2020
VFW as Walter Reed · Action Worldwide box office: $23.1K Movie Echo Score: 74 - 2020
The Grudge as Detective Wilson · Mystery Worldwide box office: $49.5M Movie Echo Score: 47 - 2019
The Grudge as Detective Wilson · Horror Worldwide box office: $49.5M Movie Echo Score: 38 - 2019
VFW as Walter Reed · Horror Worldwide box office: $23.1K Movie Echo Score: 71 - 2019
The Highwaymen as Henry Barrow · Biography Movie Echo Score: 73 - 2018
Deadly Crush as Sheriff Dusty Hawkins · Thriller - 2018
Melvin Smarty as Bob · Comedy - 2018
Living Among Us as Samuel · Sci-Fi Movie Echo Score: 59 - 2015
Edge as Big Bill · Western - 2015
Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise as Gino Fish · Mystery - 2013
Greetings from Tim Buckley Drama Worldwide box office: $12.2K - 2013
Onion News Empire as Ed Musgrove · Comedy - 2013
Riddle as Western Man / Jack Abel · Mystery - 2012
Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt as Gino Fish · Drama - 2012
See Girl Run as Marty · Romance - 2011
Silent But Deadly as John Capper · Horror - 2011
Restitution as George Youngstown · Thriller Worldwide box office: $2.66K - 2011
Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost as Gino Fish · Tv movie - 2010
Jesse Stone: No Remorse as Gino Fish · Mystery - 2010
The Pacific as Lt Col. Lewis 'Chesty' Puller · Drama - 2009
Beyond All Boundaries as Lt. Colonel Lewis B. 'Chesty' Puller · War - 2009
Shadowheart as Thomas Conners · Action - 2009
The Hills Run Red as Wilson Wyler Concannon · Thriller - 2007
A New Wave as Roger Dewitt · Comedy - 2007
Jesse Stone: Sea Change as Gino Fish · Tv movie - 2006
Jimmy and Judy as Uncle Rodney · Drama - 2006
Premium as Cole Carter · Romance - 2006
The Good Student as Phil Palmer · Comedy - 2006
The Path to 9/11 as Neil Herman · Drama - 2005
Devour Horror - 2005
Confess as Senator Lampert · Thriller - 2005
Purple Heart as Colonel Allen · Action - 1999
Witness Protection as Sharp · Crime - 1999
Stealth Fighter as Adm. Frank Petersen · Thriller - 1998
Disturbing Behavior as Newberry · Mystery Worldwide box office: $17.5M - 1998
Ambushed as Jim Natter · Tv movie - 1997
RocketMan as Wild Bill Overbeck · Comedy Worldwide box office: $15.4M - 1996
Solo as Colonel Frank Madden / Improved Solo · Action Worldwide box office: $5.11M - 1996
Tales From the Crypt Presents Bordello of Blood Fantasy - 1995
The Omen as Dr. Linus · Tv movie - 1995
Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight Action Worldwide box office: $21.1M - 1994
Roadracers as Sarge · Fantasy - 1993
Jack Reed: Badge of Honor as David Anatole · Mystery - 1993
Freaked Sci-Fi Worldwide box office: $29.3K - 1992
Trespass Action Worldwide box office: $13.2M - 1992
Two-Fisted Tales as Mr. Rush (Presenter) · Tv movie - 1992
Rush Action Worldwide box office: $7.24M - 1991
Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey Adventure Worldwide box office: $38M - 1990
The Face of Fear as Anthony Prine · Tv movie - 1990
Hard to Kill Action Worldwide box office: $47.4M - 1986
Off Beat as Dickson · Comedy Worldwide box office: $4.84M - 1982
Hanky Panky as Hotel Clerk · Mystery Worldwide box office: $9.82M - 1978
The Great Wallendas as Dieter Schmidt · Drama
William Sadler in Documentaries & Specials
1Who Is William Sadler?
William Sadler was born in Buffalo, New York, United States in 1950 and is 76 years old. Credited on films since 1978, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
William Sadler is a renowned American film and television actor, known for his versatile performances across various genres. Born on April 13th, 1950, Sadler began his career in the early 1980s and has made significant contributions to both the film and television industry. With an acting prowess characterized by depth and adaptability, Sadler has played an impressive array of characters, often stealing scenes with his nuanced performances. Over the decades of his career, he has become a recognizable and respected face in the industry, with many critics praising his ability to slip into roles seamlessly. Sadler's range extends well beyond any single genre, and he has proven his skills in drama, comedy, action, and even horror.
Sadler's acting career includes prominent roles in both high-profile blockbusters and critically acclaimed indie films. He's perhaps best known for his roles in The Shawshank Redemption, Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, and Die Hard 2. In television, he has made remarkable contributions to popular series like Roswell, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and The Flash. Despite his success, Sadler has retained a humble and grounded approach to his craft, demonstrating the dedication and passion that are hallmarks of his career. He has been an active player in the industry for over four decades, consistently delivering performances that command attention.
Who William Sadler Makes Movies With
The actors and directors William Sadler shares the most films with. Tom Selleck comes first, with 5 films together, followed by William Devane (5). Under each name, their best-known films together.
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Tom Selleck 5 films together - Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise (2015)
- Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt (2012)
- Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost (2011)
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William Devane 5 films together - Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise (2015)
- Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt (2012)
- Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost (2011)
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Kathy Baker 4 films together - Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt (2012)
- Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost (2011)
- Jesse Stone: No Remorse (2010)
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Stephen McHattie 4 films together - Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt (2012)
- Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost (2011)
- Jesse Stone: No Remorse (2010)
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Frankie Faison 4 films together - The Grudge (2020)
- The Grudge (2019)
- Hanky Panky (1982)
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Saul Rubinek 4 films together - Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt (2012)
- Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost (2011)
- Jesse Stone: No Remorse (2010)
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Demián Bichir 3 films together - The Grudge (2020)
- The Grudge (2019)
- Solo (1996)
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Tom Hanks 3 films together - Walking the Mile (2014)
- The Pacific (2010)
- Beyond All Boundaries (2009)
William Sadler: Questions & Answers
How many movies William Sadler has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has William Sadler been in?
William Sadler is credited on 60 films, from 1978 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is William Sadler's highest-grossing movie?
The Grudge (2020) is William Sadler's biggest box office hit, with $49.5M worldwide, ahead of The Grudge (2019) ($49.5M). Across every film with box office figures, William Sadler's movies have made $317M.
William Sadler's biggest hits What is the best William Sadler movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, William Sadler's best-rated film is Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020) with a score of 80, followed by VFW (2020) (74).
Best William Sadler movies, ranked How old is William Sadler?
William Sadler is 76 years old, born on April 13, 1950 in Buffalo, New York, United States.
What is William Sadler's newest movie?
The most recent film on William Sadler's filmography is Salem's Lot (2024), in the role of Parkins Gillespie.
Who does William Sadler work with most often?
William Sadler shares the most films with Tom Selleck (5 films), William Devane (5 films) and Kathy Baker (4 films).
The Best William Sadler Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 60 credits.
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