Brian McCarthy

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

14Total Films

7.1 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Alexandria, Virginia, USA

About Brian McCarthy

Brian McCarthy is an American film and television actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Brian McCarthy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Brian McCarthy's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Brian McCarthy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Paterson, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Brian McCarthy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Brian McCarthy's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1

★7.1

Paterson: A week in the life of Paterson, a poet bus driver, and his wife Laura, a very creative artist, who live in Paterson, New

Paterson

2016•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

1971: Forty years before WikiLeaks and the NSA scandal, there was Media, Pennsylvania. In 1971, eight activists plotted an int

1971

2014•Documentary

★6.5

★6.5

Your Monster: After her life falls apart, soft-spoken actress Laura Franco finds her voice again when she meets a terrifying, yet weir

Your Monster

2024•Romance

★6.3

★6.3

The Discovery: In the near future, due to a breakthrough scientific discovery by Dr. Thomas Harbor, there is now definitive proof of an

The Discovery

2017•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Like Father: When a workaholic young executive, is left at the altar, she ends up on her Caribbean honeymoon cruise with the last per

Like Father

2018•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Brian McCarthy.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Isle Child	Mr. Wilson	Flop	Similar →
2024	Trivia at St. Nick's	Nick	Average	Similar →
2024	Your Monster	Dr. Kaufman	Hit	Similar →
2024	The Truck	Paul	Flop	Similar →
2024	FOG	Ray	Flop	Similar →
2021	Songs for a Sloth	Barney	Average	Similar →
2018	Like Father	Ben	Average	Similar →
2017	Prism	Greg (Chapter 7: Roses on the Lawn)	Average	Similar →
2017	The Discovery	Andy	Average	Similar →
2016	Paterson	Jimmy	Hit	Similar →
2016	Little Sister	Bernie	Average	Similar →
2014	Cymbeline	Briton Biker	Flop	Similar →
2014	1971	#9	Hit	Similar →
2014	Swim Little Fish Swim	Georges / The Gallery Boss	Flop	Similar →

Brian McCarthy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Brian McCarthy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brian McCarthy is "Paterson" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Brian McCarthy acted in?

Brian McCarthy has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Brian McCarthy?

Other notable films include "1971", "Your Monster", and "The Discovery".