Bob Nelson - Actor Profile

Bob Nelson

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
8Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 3, 1958
Birth Place: Massapequa, New York, USA

About Bob Nelson

Bob Nelson is an actor, comedian and writer, known for Brain Donors (1992), Kindergarten Cop (1990) and The Falcon and the Snowman (1985).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bob Nelson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Bob Nelson's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bob Nelson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bob Nelson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bob Nelson's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1
Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me (1986) movie poster
★8.1

Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me: Rodney Dangerfield hosted this HBO special which includes fantastic performances by some of the best new talent of 1986.

Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me

1986•Comedy
★8.0
Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special (1985) movie poster
★8.0

Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special: Some of the best new talent is showcased in these annual comedy specials each year. Every show is hosted by a different

Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special

1985•Comedy
★6.4
The Falcon and the Snowman (1985) movie poster
★6.4

The Falcon and the Snowman: The true story of a disillusioned military contractor employee and his drug pusher childhood friend who became walk-in s

The Falcon and the Snowman

1985•Thriller
★6.1
Brain Donors (1992) movie poster
★6.1

Brain Donors: Three manic idiots—a lawyer, a cab driver and a handyman—team up to run a ballet company to fulfil the will of a million

Brain Donors

1992•Comedy
★6.1
Kindergarten Cop (1990) movie poster
★6.1

Kindergarten Cop: Hard-edged cop John Kimble gets more than he bargained for when he goes undercover as a kindergarten teacher to get the

Kindergarten Cop

1990•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bob Nelson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1997 The Appleby Sensation Linguist Flop Similar →
1992 Brain Donors Jacques Average Similar →
1992 This Is My Life Ed Average Similar →
1990 Kindergarten Cop Henry Shoop Average Similar →
1986 Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me Self Super Hit Similar →
1986 Ryder P.I. Eppie Flop Similar →
1985 Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special himself Super Hit Similar →
1985 The Falcon and the Snowman FBI Agent Average Similar →

Bob Nelson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bob Nelson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bob Nelson is "Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Bob Nelson acted in?

Bob Nelson has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bob Nelson?

Other notable films include "Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special", "The Falcon and the Snowman", and "Brain Donors".