Brian Williams

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

15Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: May 5, 1959

Birth Place: Ridgewood, New Jersey, USA

About Brian Williams

Newscaster for MSNBC.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Brian Williams 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 Brian Williams'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 53% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Brian Williams remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Relatively Free, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Brian Williams Movies Ranked

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

★9.0

★9.0

Relatively Free: A short film following the release of journalist and activist Barrett Brown from prison, and his drive across Texas to a

Relatively Free

2016•Documentary

★8.4

NASCAR Hall of Fame Biography: Dale Earnhardt (2010) movie poster

★8.4

NASCAR Hall of Fame Biography: Dale Earnhardt: Profiling Dale Earnhardt, one of five inaugural inductees. The seven-time Cup Series champ known as "The Intimidator" wo

NASCAR Hall of Fame Biography: Dale Earnhardt

2010•Documentary

★7.8

Top Priority: The Terror Within (2012) movie poster

★7.8

Top Priority: The Terror Within: Federal officer with the Department of Homeland Security discovers a national security breach related to the entry of 23

Top Priority: The Terror Within

2012•Documentary

★7.5

★7.5

Beastie Boys Story: Here's a little story they're about to tell... Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of their band and 40 years

Beastie Boys Story

2020•Music

★7.1

Albert Brooks: Defending My Life (2023) movie poster

★7.1

Albert Brooks: Defending My Life: Rob Reiner profiles Albert Brooks, comedic legend, acclaimed filmmaker, talented character actor and a lifelong friend,

Albert Brooks: Defending My Life

2023•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	Untold: The Murder of Air McNair	Self (archive footage)	Average	Similar →
2023	Albert Brooks: Defending My Life	Self	Hit	Similar →
2021	Rulon Gardner Won't Die	-	Average	Similar →
2020	My Darling Vivian	Self (archive footage)	Hit	Similar →
2020	Beastie Boys Story	Self (archive footage)	Super Hit	Similar →
2019	We Are Columbine	Self	Hit	Similar →
2016	Relatively Free	Himself (Archival Footage) (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
2016	Business of Disaster	Self - NBC Reporter	Flop	Similar →
2012	12-12-12 \| The Concert for Sandy Relief	Self	Hit	Similar →
2012	Top Priority: The Terror Within	Self (archive footage)	Super Hit	Similar →
2010	Unforgettable	Self	Flop	Similar →
2010	NASCAR Hall of Fame Biography: Dale Earnhardt	Host	Super Hit	Similar →
2009	Yes We Can! - The Barack Obama Story	self / narrator	Flop	Similar →
2009	No Kidding, Me Too!	Himself (archive footage) (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
2008	Little Spirit: Christmas in New York	Rock Granite (voice)	Flop	Similar →

Brian Williams - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Brian Williams?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brian Williams is "Relatively Free" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Brian Williams acted in?

Brian Williams has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Brian Williams?

Other notable films include "NASCAR Hall of Fame Biography: Dale Earnhardt", "Top Priority: The Terror Within", and "Beastie Boys Story".