William Houston’s performances are often defined by a quiet intensity and a knack for grounding historical drama in relatable humanity. Playing Jean de Carrouges’ squire Jacques Le Gris in Ridley Scott’s The Last Duel, Houston delivers a nuanced performance that balances loyalty and ambition in a film charged with tension and complex moral questions. He also appears in The Gorge, where his ability to convey undercurrents of conflict and vulnerability comes through with subtlety. With roles in projects by esteemed directors, Houston brings a careful attention to character detail that elevates supporting parts into memorable contributions to stories steeped in history and drama.