Will Ryan

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

0.187

Gender

Male

Birthday

21-May-1949

Age

(76 years old)

Place of Birth

Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Also Known As
  • Wil Ryan
  • William Z. Ryan
  • William Frank Ryan

Will Ryan

Biography

William Frank Ryan (May 21, 1949 – November 19, 2021) was an American voice actor and producer–writer–composer, well-known for singing about the American West. In the late seventies he teamed up with Phil Baron as Willio and Phillio.  They had regular gigs on television, radio and comedy clubs and universities throughout the US. Ryan and Baron later paired up again voicing characters of best friends Teddy Ruxpin (Baron) and Grubby the Octopede (Ryan) in the Teddy Ruxpin book and tape series as well as the 1987 television show The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin. The Willio and Phillio act brought Ryan back into music and after moving to California, he began to write and record songs for Disney. He provided the voice of Rabbit, Tigger, and Eeyore in the Disney Channel's long-running series Welcome to Pooh Corner and in many other Pooh cartoons. He also provided the voice of Barnaby the Dog on the popular series Dumbo's Circus. Since 1987, Ryan has been a fixture of the radio drama Adventures in Odyssey, playing Eugene Meltsner, Harlow Doyle, David Harley, Patrick O'Ryan and hundreds of one-shot characters. He also voiced Rabbit in Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore after the death of Junius Matthews. Ryan also voiced the character Digit in the 1986 animated film An American Tail. Ryan had also provided the original voice of Petrie in the 1988 animated film The Land Before Time. He appears in the film The Wizard of Speed and Time as several different motion picture union representatives. He is the current voice of Elmo Aardvark. He can be heard as the character, called Elmo Aardvark: Outer Space Detective and in several Elmo Aardvark CDs. Ryan is the current voice of Willie the Giant. He started voicing the character from Mickey's Christmas Carol. Ryan's youthful involvement in pop music has continued alongside his animation career. Will Ryan compositions have been recorded by artists such as Patti LaBelle, Diane Schuur, Victoria Jackson, The Pointer Sisters and Joanie Sommers (whom he also produced). With Andrew J. Lederer and Michael Rosenberg (Jackie Diamond), Ryan performed in the '20s-style music and comedy trio, The Merry Metronomes. He and Lederer also appeared from time to time as a duo, usually under the name The Natty Nabobs. His latest musical incarnation is as leader of Los Angeles-based Will Ryan and the Cactus County Cowboys, a cross between the Marx Brothers and The Sons of the Pioneers. His variety show, Will Ryan's Cactus County Round-Up, has been a staple in Southern California since 2008. It regularly plays at several venues, including the Steve Allen Theatre in Hollywood. Ryan continues to do voice work. In 2009 he was working on the third season of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, the 21st season of Adventures in Odyssey, and the new radio series of Will Ryan's Cactus County Round-Up. Description above from the Wikipedia article Will Ryan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia .


Credits

Adventures in Odyssey: Once Upon an Avalanche Adventures in Odyssey: Once Upon an Avalanche (1994) Character: Eugene Meltsner
When their sled careens out of control during a day of winter fun, Dylan, Jessie and Carter get stranded in Avalanche Canyon. Lost and freezing, the trio must put their heads together in order to survive and get out of the canyon and home before dark.
Adventures in Odyssey: The Caves of Qumran Adventures in Odyssey: The Caves of Qumran (2002) Character: Eugene Meltsner
When a mysterious old treasure map shows up in Odyssey, Mr. Whittaker, Dylan, Connie, and Eugene embark on a perilous, action-packed journey that leads them to the caves of Qumran in Palestine. Will it be gold and riches--or tragedy?
Pooh's Great School Bus Adventure Pooh's Great School Bus Adventure (1986) Character: Rabbit (voice)
Pooh thinks that Christopher Robin has forgotten his lunch and he, Piglet, Rabbit, Tigger, Owl, and Eeyore hop on a school bus to give it to him at school. While on the school bus, they demonstrate and discuss the rules and safety of riding the bus.
Pooh's Great School Bus Adventure Pooh's Great School Bus Adventure (1986) Character: Tigger (voice)
Pooh thinks that Christopher Robin has forgotten his lunch and he, Piglet, Rabbit, Tigger, Owl, and Eeyore hop on a school bus to give it to him at school. While on the school bus, they demonstrate and discuss the rules and safety of riding the bus.
Cap'n O.G. Readmore's Jack and the Beanstalk Cap'n O.G. Readmore's Jack and the Beanstalk (1985) Character: Wordsy (voice)
Cap'n O.G. Readmore and his friends – Kitty Literature, Ol' Tome Cat, Wordsy, Lickety Page and Dog-Eared – are holding their Friday Night Book Club meeting in an alley next to the public library. When members of the Book Club start to poke fun at some of the characters from their favorite fairy tales, the bookshelves part and Cap'n O.G. is abducted by those same characters. Jack from Jack and the Beanstalk challenges Cap'n O.G. to take his place in the story.
Cap'n O.G. Readmore Meets Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Cap'n O.G. Readmore Meets Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1986) Character: Wordsy (voice)
Cap'n O.G. Readmore and his friends are holding their Friday Night Book Club meeting on a rainy, eerie night. They select the story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and when the book is opened, Wordsy is kidnapped into the story and Cap'n O.G. follows to rescue him.
Cap'n O.G Readmore's Puss in Boots Cap'n O.G Readmore's Puss in Boots (1988) Character: Wordsy (voice)
Cap'n O.G. Readmore, who regales his library friends Kitty Literature, Ol' Tome Cat, Wordsy and Lickety Page with the humorous and witty tale of his great-great-great-great-grandfather, the legendary Puss in Boots.
Little Dogs On The Prairie: A Lotta Love And A Little Off The Top Little Dogs On The Prairie: A Lotta Love And A Little Off The Top (2000) Character: Scout
TAMING THE WILD AND VAST WESTERN FRONTIER... ...was filled with many painful defeats and costly victories. And behind every legend there were scores of nameless heroes whose brave sacrifices have gone unsung. These stories won't change that. But they are set in the Old West, and hey, well, that's something. A FLIP, A CURL, A WAVE AND A TWIRL FOR THE LOVE OF SPORT
Stanley and the Dinosaurs Stanley and the Dinosaurs (1989) Character: Voice
Stanley is no ordinary caveman. He paints pictures, grows flowers, and befriends a quartet of dinosaurs, who help him build the world's first house. Filled with lively music and lots of fun, this program helps viewers discover the value of individuality, manners, friendship and sharing.
Jack and the Beanstalk Jack and the Beanstalk (1990) Character: Bean Seller (voice) (uncredited)
Golden Films - Jack and the Beanstalk
Fitness and Me: Why Exercise? Fitness and Me: Why Exercise? (1984) Character: Voice
An educational short about exercising.
The Clean Club The Clean Club (1990) Character: N/A
Talking germs and objects teach kids the importance of proper hygiene.
Gummi Bears: A New Beginning Gummi Bears: A New Beginning (1986) Character: Unwin / Ogres (voice)
As Duke Igthorn plans an attack on King Gregor's castle, Cavin (a page in the castle) is left in the woods after some of Igthorn's ogres run off the Humans. The Gummi Bears find Cavin passed out in the woods with a Great Gummi Medallion, that was left to him by his grandfather. When he proves he is a friend, the Gummi Bears and Cavin team up to stop Igthorn's plans.
The Making of Mickey's Christmas Carol The Making of Mickey's Christmas Carol (1984) Character: Self
A making of documentary for Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983)
Adventures in Odyssey: In Harm's Way Adventures in Odyssey: In Harm's Way (1997) Character: Eugene Meltsner
When the new kid in town isn’t exactly cool, what’s a guy to do? Being nice is one thing, but letting him hang around with you . . . well, that’s another thing entirely. Can Dylan see past Elliot’s “nerdy” actions to his inner value? A critical choice and a powerful lesson await in this exciting tale of friendship and love.
Adventures in Odyssey: Escape from the Forbidden Matrix Adventures in Odyssey: Escape from the Forbidden Matrix (2001) Character: Eugene Meltsner
Dylan can't get enough of the new action-packed video game "Insectoids". So when he and his friend Sal are invited to play Insectoids "for real" in the virtual-reality Room of Consequence at Whit's End, they jump at the chance. But when the game gets too predictable, Dylan throws caution to the wind and enters the "forbidden matrix." Soon they're engaged in a life-sized, three-dimensional jungle war, fighting giant insect warriors and facing an even more dangerous foe.
Mouse Soup Mouse Soup (1993) Character: Weasel
A mouse caught by a hungry weasel must think of ways to delay the prospect of becoming lunch. Includes all four stories from the book: 'Bees & the Mud', 'Two Large Stones', 'The Crickets' and 'The Thorn Bush'.
Benny's Biggest Battle Benny's Biggest Battle (1991) Character: Boogwart (voice)
The Conductor assigns Benny the Bear to take care of the Music Machine. However, because he lacks self-control, Benny disappears to find some honey and leaves the Music Machine unattended. Will Benny's enormous appetite for honey endanger Agapeland and help Mr. Pimms wreck the Music Machine forever?
The Adventures of Biffle and Shooster The Adventures of Biffle and Shooster (2015) Character: Sam Shooster
Feature compilation of four Biffle and Shooster comedy shorts--"The Biffle Murder Case," "Imitation of Wife," "Schmo Boat" and "Bride of Finklestein"--plus five additional songs and sketches.
Adventures in Odyssey: Baby Daze Adventures in Odyssey: Baby Daze (1998) Character: Eugene Meltsner
When a baby shows up on the doorstep of Whit’s End, the place becomes a flurry of splattered food, dirty diapers, and talking sock-puppets! Eugene wants to study the child’s behavior in the name of “science.” And Dylan and Connie can only laugh at his hilarious attempts at childcare. But the baby’s short history catches up to him, and the events that follow turn Eugene’s world upside-down. Eugene must decide which is more valuable—the advance of science or a life made in the image of God.
Adventures in Odyssey: Go West Young Man! Adventures in Odyssey: Go West Young Man! (1995) Character: Eugene Meltsner
John Avery Whittaker has just completed the most amazing transport machine ever -- the new Imagination Station! Dylan and Eugene jump in and take off on the maiden voyage to the Old West... and drop in on a frantic feud to save the town of Tuttleville from the dreadful Dalton gang. After promising that he and Eugene are committed to cleaning up the streets, Dylan discovers it's a bigger job than he ever imagined. And when faced with a showdown, Dylan must decide whether to keep his word or run for his life.
Adventures in Odyssey: A Twist In Time Adventures in Odyssey: A Twist In Time (1997) Character: Eugene Meltsner
Whit is working on a secret new invention—but Dylan and his friend Sal can’t stand the suspense of not knowing what it is. When they disregard Whit’s instructions and sneak into his workshop, the boys trigger a surprising series of events that could lead to disaster for Whit’s End . . . and Mr. Whittaker! It’s a wild ride as Dylan and Sal find themselves trapped in a world of their own making. Now, they must frantically race the clock to try to undo the mess they’ve made of things.
Adventures in Odyssey: The Last Days of Eugene Meltsner Adventures in Odyssey: The Last Days of Eugene Meltsner (2000) Character: Eugene Meltsner
Through Whit’s new invention, the Micro-stimulator, Eugene takes a fantastic voyage through his own circulatory system and makes an alarming discovery. Forced to reevaluate how he’ll spend the remaining days of his life, he sets in motion a chain of events that includes a bank heist, a ticking bomb, and a strangely familiar window washer!
The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin (1985) Character: (voice)
Originally, AlchemyII Inc. had hoped to create a live-action series using animatronic characters, as Ken Forsse had helped Disney do with Welcome to Pooh Corner and Dumbo's Circus. However, due to production costs and difficulties in this format, Forsse, AlchemyII and Worlds of Wonder decided animation would be a better route and the 65 episode animated series was created. The pilot episode of what would have been the animatronic series was instead released as a stand-alone ABC Movie of the week in 1986 and also aired in syndication as a 2-part episode.The show can be found on videocassette. The "animatronic movie", as it's called by Teddy Ruxpin fans, used primarily the same voice talent as the Teddy Ruxpin toy software had, most of which (with the exception of Phil Baron and Will Ryan) were replaced in the later animated TV series by Canadian voice talent.
Disney's DTV Valentine Disney's DTV Valentine (1986) Character: Pongo / Goofy (voice)
A Valentine's Day special featuring rock and roll music set to scenes from Disney animation.
Ralph S. Mouse Ralph S. Mouse (1991) Character: Mouse (voice)
Ralph the mouse lives at the Mountain View Inn and loves his motorcycle. When the inn becomes overriden with mice and Ralph's friend Matt the bellboy must leave, Ralph asks his other friend Ryan to take him to school as part of a plan to help Matt.
Adventures in Odyssey: A Stranger Among Us Adventures in Odyssey: A Stranger Among Us (1998) Character: Eugene Meltsner
Can it be true? Is there a murderer loose in Odyssey? Despite a warning to be careful what they put into their minds, watching a horror movie leads Connie's and Dylan's imaginations into wild areas that put them in danger.
Totally Minnie Totally Minnie (1988) Character: Goofy (voice)
The film centers on nerd Maxwell Dweeb (Robert Carradine), who is a loner with no friends. While watching television, he sees an advertisement for the Minnie Mouse Center for the Totally Unhip, named after its owner, Minnie Mouse. Dweeb, in an effort to improve himself, decides to attend. After being welcomed by the director (Suzanne Somers), Dweeb is taken on a tour of the centre, where other Disney characters run various courses: Goofy is a fitness instructor, Donald Duck is a wardrobe manager, and Pluto is a messenger boy. After finally meeting Minnie Mouse, Dweeb is taken on by the director, whom he eventually falls in love with, and dates once he has passed his training. The film is intershot with various musical numbers (including the duet "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Minnie Mouse and Elton John) and excerpts from early Disney shorts.
The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid (1989) Character: Seahorse (voice)
This colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in love with the very human Prince Eric and puts everything on the line for the chance to be with him. Memorable songs and characters -- including the villainous sea witch Ursula.
The Little Mermaid Live! The Little Mermaid Live! (2019) Character: Herald (voice)
Live musical performances by a star-studded cast will be interwoven into the broadcast of the animated classic.
An American Tail An American Tail (1986) Character: Digit (voice)
A young mouse named Fievel and his family decide to migrate to America, a "land without cats," at the turn of the 20th century. But somehow, Fievel ends up in the New World alone and must fend off not only the felines he never thought he'd have to deal with again but also the loneliness of being away from home.
I Know That Voice I Know That Voice (2014) Character: Self
Filmmaker Lawrence Shapiro discusses voice-over acting with the talented people behind the characters.
Adventures in Odyssey: Star Quest Adventures in Odyssey: Star Quest (1993) Character: Eugene Meltsner
Dylan and his buddy Sal learn that their favorite TV show, Star Quest, is filming in Odyssey, they’re determined to get in on the lights, camera and action. When Mr. Whittaker builds an enormous robot for the show, our heroes discover this robot has a mind of his own and have to learn a valuable lesson about jealousy and friendship.
Wizards Wizards (1977) Character: Guards (uncredited)
After the death of his mother, the evil mutant wizard Blackwolf discovers some long-lost military technologies. Full of ego and ambition, Blackwolf claims his mother's throne, assembles an army and sets out to brainwash and conquer Earth. Meanwhile, Blackwolf's gentle twin brother, the bearded and sage Avatar, calls upon his own magical abilities to foil Blackwolf's plans for world domination -- even if it means destroying his own flesh and blood.
The One and Only June Foray The One and Only June Foray (2013) Character: Self
This film is about the life and times of legendary voice actress June Foray. From her beginnings as a child wanting to be an actress, to becoming one of the greatest voice talents in the golden age of animation.
Mickey's Great Clubhouse Hunt Mickey's Great Clubhouse Hunt (2007) Character: Willie the Giant (voice)
Mickey and the gang are preparing for an Easter party; however, Pete says the password incorrectly, blowing the clubhouse away, and Mickey must travel far and wide to get it together again.
Mickey's Christmas Carol Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983) Character: Collector for the Poor #2 / Ghost of Christmas Present (Willie the Giant) / Ghost of Christmas Future (Pete) / Santa Claus (Big Bad Wolf) / Weasel #2 (voice)
Ebenezer Scrooge is far too greedy to understand that Christmas is a time for kindness and generosity. But with the guidance of some new found friends, Scrooge learns to embrace the spirit of the season. A retelling of the classic Dickens tale with Disney's classic characters.
Down and Out with Donald Duck Down and Out with Donald Duck (1987) Character: Pete / Goofy (voice)
This "duckumentary," done in the style of "60 Minutes," traces the life of Donald Duck. As Donald's fame grows, so does his ego. While hosting a variety show one night, Donald snaps and fires a gun at the audience for misbehaving. This leads to a series of problems that eventually cause Donald to seek psychiatric help from Ludwig Von Drake, who uses an insult machine as part of Donald's therapy. Then, after a long night of bizarre dreams, Donald learns the error of his ways and vows to reform.
Morris Has a Cold Morris Has a Cold (1993) Character: Morris (voice)
After a moose gets germs from a ball that a raccoon sneezed on, and a musical number from said germs, a bear has to nurse the moose back to health.
A Troll in Central Park A Troll in Central Park (1994) Character: Boss (voice)
A friendly troll with a magic green thumb grows one flower too many for the queen, whose laws require all trolls to be mean ugly and scare humans whenever possible. As a punishment, he is exiled to a world of concrete, where he should live a life of proper trolldom: Manhattan.
Rock-A-Doodle Rock-A-Doodle (1991) Character: Stuey (voice)
Chanticleer is a foolhardy farm rooster who believes his crows can actually make the sun come up and shine. When the sun rises one morning without Chanticleer's crow, he leaves the farm in disgrace and runs off to become a rock 'n' roll singer. But in his absence, a sinister, sunshine-hating owl prepares to take over.
Thumbelina Thumbelina (1994) Character: Hero / Reverend Rat (voice)
Born of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet someone her own size, until she happens to catch the eye of Prince Cornelius of the Fairies. Just as soon as she finds love, however, it's torn away from her when she is kidnapped by Ms. Toad. Now Thumbelina has to escape Ms. Toad's grasp and search for Prince Cornelius. Luckily, there's a whole city of animals willing to help her.
Frog and Toad Together Frog and Toad Together (1987) Character: Frog (voice)
Claymation adventures with the characters from the popular children's book.
Frog and Toad Are Friends Frog and Toad Are Friends (1985) Character: Frog (voice)
Claymation adventures based on the popular children's book series of Frog and Toad by author Arnold Lobel.
Uncle Elephant Uncle Elephant (1991) Character: Uncle (voice)
Old Uncle Elephant does his best to cheer Arnie up until his missing parents return. Provides viewers with some gentle lessons about caring.
The Pebble and the Penguin The Pebble and the Penguin (1995) Character: Royal / Tika (voice)
A bashful bachelor penguin named Hubie, who's partial to a pretty female named Marina. Ancient penguin ritual dictates that males present a pebble to their intended, then mate for life. Hubie finds a spiffy stone, but before he can bestow it on Marina, dastardly rival Drake tosses him into the churning sea, and Hubie gets swept away.
Get a Horse! Get a Horse! (2013) Character: Peg-Leg Pete (voice)
Mickey, Minnie, Horace Horsecollar, and Clarabelle Cow go on a musical wagon ride until Peg-Leg Pete tries to run them off the road.
Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore (1983) Character: Rabbit (voice)
Winnie the Pooh and friends decide to throw a birthday celebration for gloomy, old Eeyore.
Care Bears Movie II: A New Generation Care Bears Movie II: A New Generation (1986) Character: Stars and Hearts (voice)
This animated adventure goes back in time to the Care Bears' first-ever Caring Mission, when True Heart Bear and Noble Heart Horse touch down on Earth to boost the spirits of some unhappy kids at summer camp. But the evil Dark Heart has other plans, and convinces one of the campers to help him capture the Care Bears. Will our lovable heroes' Care Stare be enough to vanquish the villain -- and convince his apprentice that good's the way to go?
The Wizard of Speed and Time The Wizard of Speed and Time (1989) Character: All the Unions / Mr. President (voice) (as William Z. Ryan)
A Hollywood filmmaker (Mike Jittlov) makes a short for an evil film studio. Unbeknownst to him, the producer has placed a bet of $25,000 that he won't come up with anything with a use. Luckily, our film creator gets the help of his friends.
The Land Before Time The Land Before Time (1988) Character: Petrie (voice)
An orphaned brontosaurus named Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great Valley. A land of lush vegetation where the dinosaurs can thrive and live in peace. Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs, each one a different species, and they encounter several obstacles as they learn to work together in order to survive.
Alice Through the Looking Glass Alice Through the Looking Glass (1987) Character: The Paper Man (voice)
Young Alice returns to Wonderland and is on her way to be crowned Queen, but she must dare to cross Chessland first. On her exciting journey, she encounters a magical jester, the feared Jabberwocky, Humpty Dumpty, Tiger Lily, and Tweedledum and Tweedledee.
Looney Tunes: Back in Action Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003) Character: Papa Bear (voice)
Fed up with all the attention going to Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck quits Hollywood, teams up with recently-fired stuntman Damien Drake Jr. and embarks on a round-the-world adventure, along with Bugs and The VP of Warner Bros. Their mission? Find Damien's father, and the missing blue diamond... and stay one step ahead of The Acme Corp., who wants the diamond for their own purposes.
Sport Goofy in Soccermania Sport Goofy in Soccermania (1987) Character: Scrooge McDuck / The Beagle Boys / Gyro Gearloose (voice)
Uncle Scrooge donates an old beat-up trophy for Huey, Dewey and Louie's soccer tournament. But when he finds out that it is actually worth a million dollars, he has to put together a ragtag team, led by Goofy to win it back.
Too Smart for Strangers Too Smart for Strangers (1985) Character: Rabbit / Tigger (voice)
Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, Owl and the rest of the gang discuss all the dangers of strangers and how you should handle yourself should you ever come face to face with a stranger.



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