William V. Ranous

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Characters played by William V. Ranous

Bottom — A Midsummer Night's Dream (1909)

The self-important leader of the town tradesmen rehearsing a play. Puck magically transforms him into an ass, making him the unwitting object of Titania's enchanted affection.

Lord Steyne — Vanity Fair (1911)

A powerful lord who meets Becky at the Duchess of Richmond's ball and later pursues an alliance with her. He uses Rawdon's debts at the gaming tables to have him imprisoned, hoping to keep Becky close. Rawdon finds him with Becky and throttles him before leaving her.

Career Overview

William V. Ranous has 47 screen credits in a career dating back to 1907. Signature works include King Lear, Richard III, a Shakespearian Tragedy, The Gentleman Burglar. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
47
Birth Date
1857-03-12
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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