Ben Mankiewicz
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Benjamin Frederick Mankiewicz (born March 25, 1967) is an American television journalist and host for Turner Classic Movies (TCM). He is a progressive political commentator for The Young Turks. He has served as a film critic for the 2008–2009 season for the TV program At the Movies and the web series What the Flick?! A descendant of the Mankiewicz family, Ben Mankiewicz graduated from Tufts University, and earned a master's degree from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. He subsequently worked as a news reporter and anchor, first for WCSC-TV in Charleston, South Carolina and later for WAMI in Miami. Mankiewicz left news journalism, and auditioned as a television host for Turner Classic Movies. Mankiewicz was hired in 2003 as an afternoon weekend host, second to Robert Osborne, who was the channel's primetime host. In 2013, for health reasons, Osborne delegated weekday primetime hosting appearances to Mankiewicz. In 2017, Osborne died at the age of 84, and Mankiewicz became the network's primetime host. Additionally, he hosts the TCM-produced podcast series, The Plot Thickens and Talking Pictures. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ben Mankiewicz, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ben Mankiewicz reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Ben Mankiewicz's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ben Mankiewicz remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Film: The Living Record of Our Memory, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ben Mankiewicz Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ben Mankiewicz's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ben Mankiewicz.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | From the Shtetl to the Studio: The Jewish Story of Hollywood | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Remembering Gene Wilder | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Dick Tracy Special: Tracy Zooms In | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Film: The Living Record of Our Memory | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Mank | Broadcaster, Academy Awards | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Memory: The Origins of Alien | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Great Buster: A Celebration | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Michael Douglas: Live from the TCM Classic Film Festival | Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Faye Dunaway: Live from the TCM Classic Film Festival | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Live from the TCM Classic Film Festival: Norman Lloyd | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Robert Osborne's 20th Anniversary Tribute | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | I Am Steve McQueen | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | White House Down | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Bling Ring | Host | Flop | Similar → |
Ben Mankiewicz - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ben Mankiewicz?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ben Mankiewicz is "Film: The Living Record of Our Memory" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Ben Mankiewicz acted in?
Ben Mankiewicz has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ben Mankiewicz?
Other notable films include "Remembering Gene Wilder", "The Great Buster: A Celebration", and "Mank".