A new generation of young actors can be seen dominating both film and television. There are always actors trying to make it in the entertainment industry which is no easy feat but 12-year-old Keith L. Williams has broken into the business.
Keith L. Williams has become an established actor despite his young age; he has also accumulated an admirable filmography during his new career. Williams is most recognized for his role in the 2019 comedy Good Boys but he has appeared in both film and television. Here are Williams’ 10 best roles according to IMDb.
Sadie - 5.8
This 2018 drama follows a young girl named Sadie whose father is away with the military and whose mother is beginning a new relationship with another man. Sadie is determined to keep her father’s position in the family open for his return at all costs. To sabotage her mother’s blossoming romance, she utilizes war tactics she has learned from her father. Keith L. Williams makes an appearance in the film as Francis, a fellow student who knows the girl.
Teachers - 6.3
This is a comedy television series that aired for 3 seasons from 2016 to 2019. The series follows a group of school teachers at Fillmore Elementary School who are trying to successfully mold young minds while also trying to organize their chaotic lives. The six female teachers in the series, who greatly varied in personality and the issues they face, have a sort of forced friendship because of their circumstances. The dynamic group of women makes for an always interesting and comical story.
Williams portrays one of the elementary school students, Rodney. Even though the role does not regularly occur throughout the series, Rodney is an impactful character who steals the scene whenever he appears.
Good Boys - 6.7
This 2019 coming-of-age comedy film is about three 12-year-old boys who are invited to their first kissing party. The boys’ journey is all downhill after they ditch school, as they embark on an adventure to prepare for the party and repair the damages they caused.
In his most recognizable role to date, Williams portrays Lucas. Lucas, along with his two best friends, just wanted to have a good time at the party but they end up searching for a drone, being hunted by teenage girls, and accidentally stealing drugs.
The Bachelors - 6.8
This film follows the lives of a father-son duo who move to a small town after the tragic loss of their wife/mother. The duo find comfort in their new lives and rediscover their bond as father and son. Williams makes an appearance in the film as the annoying kid the characters encounter.
Selfie - 7.2
This 2014 comedy series only aired for one season but told the story of a social media addicted young woman who enlists the help of a marketing expert she works with to help her rebrand herself. When the self-obsessed woman, Eliza, realizes that her life solely exists online and she has no real friends, she wants to make a change. Her coworker, Henry, on the other hand, takes no part in social media and begins to teach her how to be a better person and present in the real world.
Williams had a recurring role in the series as Kevin the son of Eliza’s reluctant friend and the office secretary. To become a better person, Eliza demonstrates her improvements by babysitting Kevin for her friend and he helps her with her quest.
Suburgatory - 7.2
This comedy sitcom aired for three seasons and follows a father-daughter duo who uproot their New York lives for the suburbs after the father becomes concerned with his daughter’s lifestyle. The father’s rash decision to move ultimately is a beneficial move for their family bond and they find a real home in their new community.
In one of his earliest roles on television, Williams has a small part in the episode “Les Lucioles” as a boy named Miles.
The Last Man on Earth - 7.3
In this post-apocalyptic comedy, a very lonely man named Phil travels around in his RV and searches for other survivors. Phil holds on to hope that he isn’t the only person left and is surprised to come across another survivor, a woman. When he encounters more and more people, however, he struggles to adjust and his relationships become complicated.
Keith L. Williams had a recurring role on the series as a survivor named Jasper. Jasper is a unique kid who appears in a superhero costume a number of times and joins the band of survivors. The survivors travel together to try and find any signs of civilization.
Kidding - 8.0
This tragic-comedy follows the life of a man who portrays Mr. Pickles, the embodiment of kindness who imparts wisdom to America’s youth on his television show. His kids’ show is all about spreading kindness and Mr. Pickles is the man with all the answers so when the harsh realities of life start to affect him, he struggles to handle his new reality.
Williams plays Jimmy who guests stars on Mr. Pickles show in the episode “Bye, Mom”.
The Goldbergs - 8.3
The series is a long-running sitcom based on the real family of the shows creator Adam F. Goldberg and began back in 2013. The series takes place in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania during the 1980s and demonstrates the family’s zany hijinks, which mirror the family’s home videos. Following the Goldberg family which includes: Beverly the overprotective “Smother”, Murray the unique father, Erica the it-girl, Barry the spastic brother, Adam the aspiring filmmaker, and Pops the always wise grandpa.
Keith L. Williams appears in the episode “Couple Costume” as a trick-or-treater dressed as Kermit who terrorizes the Goldberg home when they run out of candy. Williams portrays the character with his standard attitude and sass that can be seen in a number of his roles.
Cora - 9.4
This 2015 short film is about an African-American mother living in 1966 Memphis, Tennesse while she fights against racism and her violent husband. As she endures her struggles she also cares for the patrons at her diner, Cora’s Place.
Keith L. Williams portrays Kevin, Cora’s son, in this well-reviewed student short film.
