What movie and television projects has William August been in?

William August is known primarily as a screenwriter and playwright, not as an actor. He hasn't appeared in many films or television projects.

Here are some of his notable works:

Screenwriting:

* The Color Purple (1985), nominated for 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture

* The Age of Innocence (1993)

* The Birdcage (1996)

* The Secret Life of Bees (2008)

* The Help (2011)

* The Girl on the Train (2016)

Playwriting:

* The Red Cross (1982)

* The House of Blue Leaves (1986), which won a Tony Award for Best Play

* The Queen's Gambit (2002)

* The Secret Garden (2009)

Therefore, while William August has a significant presence in the film and television world, it's primarily through his writing rather than acting.