Chris Pedersen
ActingAbout Chris Pedersen
Chris Pedersen (born May 22, 1963) is an American musician, actor, and NASCAR racer. Pedersen was born in San Francisco and grew up in Southern California. Pedersen was never formally trained as an actor. He was approached by director Penelope Spheeris at a park in Burbank where the band T.S.O.L. was playing. According to Pedersen, who was unemployed at the time, "I was thinking 'yeah, right' and didn't pay any attention to her until she said it paid $100 a day, which at the time was a lot of money. So I showed up for the audition on time and tried really hard not to screw it up. That was the start of my acting career." He played a punk rocker in Suburbia, and also appeared in Platoon, Night of the Comet and Point Break among others. (wikipedia)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chris Pedersen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Chris Pedersen'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chris Pedersen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Platoon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Chris Pedersen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chris Pedersen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chris Pedersen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Brothers in Arms | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Stranger | Juniot Katz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Blindsided | Stoney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Hit List | Tommy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Point Break | Bunker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Born on the Fourth of July | Aide #3 - VA Hospital | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Two Moon Junction | Speed | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Martini Ranch: Reach | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Platoon | Crawford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Sylvester | Red | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Suburbia | Jack Diddley | Hit | Similar → |
Chris Pedersen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chris Pedersen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chris Pedersen is "Platoon" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Chris Pedersen acted in?
Chris Pedersen has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chris Pedersen?
Other notable films include "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me", "Point Break", and "Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces".