Cast: William Powell
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring William Powell. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 87
The Last Command
1928 · Movie · 88 min. · United States
Direction Josef von Sternberg
Cast Emil Jannings · Evelyn Brent · William Powell · Jack Raymond
Synopsis The Last Command (1928) follows the journey of a once-renowned and decorated Czarist General who finds himself in dire straits following the downfall of Imperial Russia. His life takes an unexpected turn when a former rival, who has since achieved...
7.8
807 votes
7.8
807 votes
My Man Godfrey
1936 · Movie · 94 min. · United States
Direction Gregory La Cava
Cast William Powell · Carole Lombard · Gail Patrick · Alice Brady
Synopsis My Man Godfrey (1936) is a timeless cinematic gem directed by Gregory La Cava, masterfully blending satire, romance, and social critique in a Depression-era setting reminiscent of Frank Capra's works. The story revolves around the eccentric and wealthy Bullock family...
7.7
3K votes
7.7
3K votes
The Thin Man
1934 · Movie · 89 min. · United States
Direction W.S. Van Dyke
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Maureen O'Sullivan · Nat Pendleton
Synopsis The Thin Man (1934) follows the story of Nick Charles, a former detective who, after a four-year hiatus, returns to New York with his new wife, Nora, and their dog, Asta. Nick reunites with his peculiar old acquaintances and is...
7.0
2K votes
7.0
2K votes
Libeled Lady
1936 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Jack Conway
Cast Jean Harlow · William Powell · Myrna Loy · Spencer Tracy
Synopsis Libeled Lady (1936) follows Warren Haggerty, the dedicated chief editor of the New York Evening Star, who continually postpones his wedding to Gladys due to the newspaper's ongoing challenges. When Connie Allenbury sues for $5 million, accusing the paper of...
7.0
468 votes
7.0
468 votes
One Way Passage
1932 · Movie · 68 min. · United States
Direction Tay Garnett
Cast William Powell · Kay Francis · Aline MacMahon · Frank McHugh
Synopsis One Way Passage (1932) follows the story of Dan Hardesty, a charming man convicted of murder, who is arrested by detective Steve Burke in Hong Kong and escorted onto the SS Maloa, bound for San Francisco. During the voyage, Dan...
6.8
126 votes
6.8
126 votes
Manhattan Melodrama
1934 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
Direction W.S. Van Dyke
Cast Clark Gable · William Powell · Myrna Loy · Leo Carrillo
Synopsis Manhattan Melodrama (1934) presents a tale of friendship and rivalry, centering around two childhood friends who grow up to pursue vastly different paths in life. The story begins with the orphaned Blackie Gallagher (Mickey Rooney) and Jim Wade (William Powell)...
6.8
736 votes
6.8
736 votes
That's Entertainment, Part II
1976 · Documentary · 126 min. · United States
Direction Gene Kelly
Cast Fred Astaire · Gene Kelly · Judy Garland · Mickey Rooney
Synopsis That's Entertainment, Part II (1976) showcases a delightful compilation of unforgettable scenes curated by Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire. This sequel to the original "That's Entertainment" goes beyond the typical musical numbers, delving into a rich tapestry of comedy and...
6.8
165 votes
6.8
165 votes
Evelyn Prentice
1934 · Movie · 79 min. · United States
Direction William K. Howard
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Una Merkel · Rosalind Russell
Synopsis Evelyn Prentice (1934) follows the story of a prominent New York attorney's wife, Evelyn, who, despite her privileged life, feels overlooked and unfulfilled. Seeking excitement and attention, she becomes entangled with a manipulative and charming poet. This affair leads her...
6.6
31 votes
6.6
31 votes
Love Crazy
1941 · Movie · 99 min. · United States
Direction Jack Conway
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Gail Patrick · Jack Carson
Synopsis Love Crazy (1941) follows the tumultuous journey of Steve and Susan Ireland as they navigate the challenges leading up to their fourth wedding anniversary. When Susan discovers Steve with his former flame, she jumps to the wrong conclusion, believing he...
6.6
97 votes
6.6
97 votes
I Love You Again
1940 · Movie · 99 min. · United States
Direction W.S. Van Dyke
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Frank McHugh · Edmund Lowe
Synopsis I Love You You Again (1940) follows the story of a dull and uninspired businessman, Larry Wilson, who finds himself in a whirlwind of unexpected revelations. After suffering from amnesia, Larry uncovers that his true identity is that of a...
6.6
42 votes
6.6
42 votes
After the Thin Man
1936 · Movie · 112 min. · United States
Direction W.S. Van Dyke
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · James Stewart · Elissa Landi
Synopsis After the Thin Man (1936) follows the dynamic duo, Nick and Nora, as they return to their home in San Francisco following a festive season in New York. The couple is soon entangled in another intriguing mystery. On New Year's...
6.6
535 votes
6.6
535 votes
Mister Roberts
1955 · Movie · 123 min. · United States
Direction John Ford · Mervyn LeRoy
Cast Henry Fonda · James Cagney · Jack Lemmon · William Powell
Synopsis Mister Roberts (1955) follows the story of a dedicated officer stationed on a US cargo vessel navigating the Pacific during World War II. The protagonist, Mister Roberts, is eager to escape the monotony of his current posting and yearns to...
6.6
2K votes
6.6
2K votes
Shadow of the Thin Man
1941 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
Direction W.S. Van Dyke
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Barry Nelson · Donna Reed
Synopsis Shadow of the Thin Man (1941) follows the dynamic duo, Nick and Nora Charles, as their leisurely day at the racetrack takes a grim turn when a jockey is discovered fatally shot in the locker room. Lieutenant Abrams, a friend...
6.6
359 votes
6.6
359 votes
The Great Ziegfeld
1936 · Movie · 176 min. · United States
Direction Robert Z. Leonard
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Luise Rainer · Frank Morgan
Synopsis The Great Ziegfeld (1936) begins at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, where a charismatic sideshow barker, Flo Ziegfeld, outmaneuvers his prosperous rival, Billings, and wins over his girlfriend in the process. This dynamic of rivalry and triumph continues throughout their...
6.5
687 votes
6.5
687 votes
Another Thin Man
1939 · Movie · 103 min. · United States
Direction W.S. Van Dyke
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Virginia Grey · Otto Kruger
Synopsis Another Thin Man (1939) follows the dynamic duo, Nick and Nora Charles, as they navigate a world filled with eccentric criminals and personal milestones. The story kicks off with a lively birthday celebration for their infant son, Nick Jr., organized...
6.5
334 votes
6.5
334 votes
The Big Parade of Comedy
1964 · Documentary · 90 min. · United States
Direction Robert Youngson
Cast Clark Gable · Greta Garbo · Jean Harlow · Cary Grant
Synopsis The Big Parade of Comedy (1964) presents a delightful montage of iconic moments from beloved MGM comedy films, spanning from the silent era through to 1948's "A Southern Yankee." This entertaining documentary features highlights from renowned comedies such as "The...
6.5
24 votes
6.5
24 votes
Jewel Robbery
1932 · Movie · 68 min. · United States
Direction William Dieterle
Cast William Powell · Kay Francis · Helen Vinson · Hardie Albright
Synopsis Jewel Robbery (1932) unfolds in the elegant streets of Vienna, where a baroness becomes an unwitting participant in a daring heist at a prestigious jeweler's shop. Instead of being frightened by the audacious theft, she is captivated by the charisma...
6.5
45 votes
6.5
45 votes
Ziegfeld Follies
1945 · Movie · 110 min. · United States
Direction Vincente Minnelli · Lemuel Ayers · Roy Del Ruth · Robert Lewis
Cast Fred Astaire · William Powell · Judy Garland · Lucille Ball
Synopsis Ziegfeld Follies (1945) follows the celestial journey of the legendary impresario Florenz Ziegfeld, who, from his heavenly perch, decides to orchestrate a spectacular new revue in the classic style he was renowned for. This celestial production brings together a dazzling...
6.4
313 votes
6.4
313 votes
Life with Father
1947 · Movie · 118 min. · United States
Direction Michael Curtiz
Cast William Powell · Irene Dunne · Elizabeth Taylor · Edmund Gwenn
Synopsis Life with Father (1947) is a classic comedy-drama set in late 19th-century New York, focusing on a Wall Street broker who believes he holds the reins of his household. However, he is continually surprised by his wife's influence over the...
6.4
312 votes
6.4
312 votes
Double Wedding
1937 · Movie · 87 min. · United States
Direction Richard Thorpe
Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Florence Rice · John Beal
Synopsis Double Wedding (1937) follows the intertwined lives of two sisters with contrasting personalities, their respective romantic entanglements, and a carefree artist traveling in a mobile home. The narrative unfolds with a mix of humor and chaos as the younger sister's...
6.4
33 votes
6.4
33 votes