Ian Patrick Williams
- Known For
- Acting
- Active Years
- 1978–2026 (49 Years)
- Total Credits
- 74 credits in database
Biography
Ian Patrick Williams is an actor with 72 known credits. A native of Chicago, he attended Northern Illinois University and completed a three-year program at the Goodman School of Drama. Following his graduation, he joined the cast of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest to begin his professional stage career. He is also a founding member of the Organic Theater Company in Chicago, with which he toured Europe. His filmography includes appearances in the 1985 film Re-Animator, the 1986 film Dolls, and the 2008 film Superhero Movie. He is sometimes credited as Ian Williams. His work is documented across multiple industry databases, including The Movie Database and IMDb.
Career overview
Ian Patrick Williams is an actor with 72 known credits. A native of Chicago, he attended Northern Illinois University and completed a three-year program at the Goodman School of Drama. Following his graduation, he joined the cast of the production One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. He is also recognized as a founding member of the Organic Theater Company in Chicago, with which he toured throughout Europe.
Throughout his career, Williams has appeared in various film projects. His filmography includes roles in the 1985 film Re-Animator and the 1986 film Dolls. He is also known for his appearance in the 2008 film Superhero Movie. He is sometimes credited as Ian Williams.
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Full Filmography
74 titles- Full Moon Rising: The Charles Band Story (2026) as Self
- Abbott Elementary (2021) as Uncle Archie
- Hunters (2020) as Klaus Rhinehart
- A Date by Christmas Eve (2019) as Danny Dougherty
- Gangster Land (2017) Writer
- Ex-Wife Killer (2017) as John Miller
- Amazing Ape (2017) as Colonel Ryneheart
- The Extendables (2014) as Sir Jeffrey
- The Sound and the Shadow (2014) as Mr. McGregor
- Untold (2014) as Dr. Muenzmire
- Toys of Terror: The Making of 'Dolls' (2014) as Self
- Sam & Cat (2013) as Presley
- Eagleheart: Paradise Rising (2013) as George Washington
- Delirium (2013) as Swedish Doctor
- Rizzoli & Isles (2010) as Brendan McHale
- Growth (2010) as Mason Lane
- American Bandits: Frank and Jesse James (2010)
- Modern Family (2009) as Minister
- The Last Resort (2009) as The Founder
- Dire Wolf (2009) as Dr. Renault
- Dead Game (2009) as Phil
- Superhero Movie (2008) as King of Sweden
- The Starter Wife (2008) as Paul Sassen
- Polar Opposites (2008) as FBI Director Thompson
- Chuck (2007) as Mustache Man
- Dexter (2006) as Stan Beaudry
- Medium (2005) as Professor
- King of the Ants (2004) as Tony
- Leap of Faith (2002) as Theodore
- Alias (2001) as Mr. Gibson
- Bleacher Bums (2001) Theatre Play
- Gilmore Girls (2000) as Professor Quincy
- Strong Medicine (2000)
- American Tragedy (2000) as Gil Garcetti
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Andrews (voice)
- The New Batman Adventures (1997) as Artist / Guiseppe Bianci (voice)
- Arli$$ (1996)
- Profiler (1996) as Peter Zernick
- The Louie Show (1996)
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Doc Fitzgerald
- Unhappily Ever After (1995) as Ray Paul Jones
- Viper (1994) as Clarence
- Roseanne: An Unauthorized Biography (1994) as Dr. Allen
- NYPD Blue (1993) as Dr. Bonan
- Frasier (1993) as Barfly
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) as Mr. Plargent
- Donato and Daughter (1993) as Kim Lyle
- The Nightmare Begins Again (1993) as Lt. Blocker
- Batman: The Animated Series (1992) as Ivan (voice)
- Bad Channels (1992) as Dr. Payne
- Step by Step (1991) as Mr. Gabriel
- Locked Up: A Mother’s Rage (1991)
- The Woman Who Sinned (1991) as Alistair
- Not of This World (1991)
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Johnny Soccio
- Robot Jox (1990) as Phillip
- Seinfeld (1989) as Stubs
- Alien Nation (1989) as John
- Freddy's Nightmares (1988) as Lt. Timothy Blocker
- Blueberry Hill (1988) as Owen Shacklford
- Married... with Children (1987) as Beany
- Married... with Children (1987) as Inspector Fitzpatrick
- Dolls (1987) as David Bower
- Six Against the Rock (1987) as Lt. Bergen
- Matlock (1986) as Trevor Krause
- Designing Women (1986)
- TerrorVision (1986) as Nutky
- Re-Animator (1985) as Swiss Professor
- E/R (1984)
- Simon & Simon (1981) as Robin Davis
- Dummy (1979) as Court Clerk
- Bleacher Bums (1979) as Richie
- Bleacher Bums (1979) Writer
- Stony Island (1978) as Hot Guitar Dealer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ian Patrick Williams best known for?
Ian Patrick Williams is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Full Moon Rising: The Charles Band Story (2026), Abbott Elementary (2021), Hunters (2020), A Date by Christmas Eve (2019).
How many credits does Ian Patrick Williams have?
Ian Patrick Williams has accumulated over 74 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1978 to 2026.
What is Ian Patrick Williams's background in cinema and television?
Ian Patrick Williams is an actor with 72 known credits. A native of Chicago, he attended Northern Illinois University and completed a three-year program at the Goodman School of Drama. Following his graduation, he joined the cast of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest to begin his professional stage career. He is also a fo...
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