Chris Farley
ActingAbout Chris Farley
Christopher Crosby "Chris" Farley (February 15, 1964 – December 18, 1997) was an American comedian and actor. Farley was a member of Chicago's The Second City Theatre and cast member of the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live from 1990 to 1995. He died on December 18, 1997 in Chicago of a cocaine intoxication and morphine overdose.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chris Farley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Chris Farley'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chris Farley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Adam Sandler: What the Hell Happened to Me?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Chris Farley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chris Farley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chris Farley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Tom Hanks: The Nomad | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Chris Farley: Anything for a Laugh | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | I Am Chris Farley | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Women of SNL | Tom Arnold (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Saturday Night Live in the '90s: Pop Culture Nation | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Farley | Self / Various (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | 101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | VH1 News Special: Grunge | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | SNL: The Best of Adam Sandler | Daryl (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Saturday Night Live: 25th Anniversary Special | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Bad Boys of Saturday Night Live | Self / Various (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dirty Work | Jimmy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Almost Heroes | Bartholomew Hunt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Saturday Night Live: A Tribute to Chris Farley | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Beverly Hills Ninja | Haru | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Adam Sandler: What the Hell Happened to Me? | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Black Sheep | Mike Donnelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tommy Boy | Thomas 'Tommy' Callahan III | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Billy Madison | Bus Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Airheads | Officer Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Wayne's World 2 | Milton | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Coneheads | Ronnie the Mechanic | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Wayne's World | Security Guard | Hit | Similar → |
Chris Farley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chris Farley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chris Farley is "Adam Sandler: What the Hell Happened to Me?" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Chris Farley acted in?
Chris Farley has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chris Farley?
Other notable films include "Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music", "Bad Boys of Saturday Night Live", and "Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Farley".