Dave Goelz
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Dave Goelz (born July 16, 1946) is a puppeteer best-known for his association with The Muppets, and in particular with the Muppet character Gonzo. His other Muppet characters include Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Zoot (the saxophonist of Dr. Teeth and The Electric Mayhem), Beauregard the janitor and Tiny (the humungous chicken in The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland) . He also performed the characters of Boober Fraggle and Uncle Travelling Matt on Fraggle Rock. He also performed the puppetry for various characters, including Sir Didymus and Wiseman's Hat (both voiced by David Shaughnessy) in Labyrinth. Outside of Muppeteering, he is the current voice actor for the Disney character Figment. After Jim Henson died in 1990, Goelz took over puppeteering Waldorf in 1992. Description above from the Wikipedia article Dave Goelz, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia .
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dave Goelz reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Dave Goelz'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 82% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dave Goelz remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dear Earth, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dave Goelz Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dave Goelz's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dave Goelz.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The First Snow of Fraggle Rock | Boober Fraggle / Uncle Travelling Matt / World's Oldest Fraggle (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Inside Out 2 | Mind Cop Frank (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Jim Henson Idea Man | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Dear Earth | Zoot (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Muppets Haunted Mansion | Gonzo / Bunsen / Zoot / Beauregard / Waldorf / Chip / Randy Pig | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Disney Family Singalong - Volume II | The Muppets Puppeteer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Muppets Take The O2 | The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Waldorf / Beauregard / Chip / Himself (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Muppet Guys Talking: Secrets Behind the Show the Whole World Watched | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Inside Out | Subconscious Guard Frank (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Muppets Most Wanted | The Great Gonzo, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Zoot, Beauregard, Waldorf | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Secret Policeman's Ball | Waldorf (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Muppets | Gonzo / Honeydew / Zoot / Beauregard / Waldorf (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Muppets: Classical Chicken | The Great Gonzo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Muppets: Stars & Stripes FOREVER! | Waldorf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live | Gonzo / Waldorf (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Best Ever Muppet Moments | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002 | Gonzo / Waldorf ("Keep Fishin") | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | I Love Muppets | The Great Gonzo (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland | Humongous Chicken (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Muppets from Space | Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / The Birdman (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Very Best of the Muppet Show | Gonzo / Zoot / Dr Bunsen Honeydew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Muppet Treasure Island | The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / Mudwell the Mudbunny / Zoot (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Muppet Sing Alongs: Treasure Island | The Great Gonzo (voice) (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Rudy Coby: The Coolest Magician on Earth | Gonzo (as Gonzo The Great) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The World of Jim Henson | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Muppet Classic Theater | Gonzo / Rizzo the Rat / Randy Pig (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Muppet Christmas Carol | The Great Gonzo as Charles Dickens / Robert Marley / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Betina Cratchit / Rat / Zoot (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson | The Great Gonzo / Beauregard / Boober Fraggle / Zoot (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jim Henson's Memorial Service | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Muppets at Walt Disney World | The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Beauregard / Zoot / Frog (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Earth Day Special | Old Frog (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Dog City: The Movie | Frisky (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | A Muppet Family Christmas | Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Beauregard / Boober Fraggle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Christmas Toy | Rugby the Tiger / Ditz (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Labyrinth | Didymus / The Hat / The Four Guards / Left Door Knocker / Firey 3 (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years | The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Beauregard / Zoot / Uncle 'Travelling' Matt Fraggle / Boober Fraggle (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Muppet Video: The Kermit and Piggy Story | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Muppets Take Manhattan | Gonzo / Chester - Rat / Bill - Frog / Zoot / Beauregard / Dog / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Penguin (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Rocky Mountain Holiday with John Denver and the Muppets | Gonzo the Great / Zoot / Lubbock Lou (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Dark Crystal | Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Fantastic Miss Piggy Show | Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Of Muppets & Men | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Great Muppet Caper | Gonzo / Beauregard / Zoot / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Lobbuck Lou | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Muppets Go to the Movies | The Great Gonzo / Joe / Beauregard / Fireman (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together | The Great Gonzo / Zoot / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Muppet Movie | The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Doglion / Iraqian in El Sleezo Cafe / Pig (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Muppets Go Hollywood | Various Muppets | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Julie Andrews: One Step Into Spring | Gonzo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas | Wendell / Pop-eyed Catfish / Will Possum (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Parent Trap | Teenager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Dave Goelz - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dave Goelz?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dave Goelz is "Dear Earth" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Dave Goelz acted in?
Dave Goelz has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dave Goelz?
Other notable films include "The Muppets: Classical Chicken", "The Muppets: Stars & Stripes FOREVER!", and "Jim Henson's Memorial Service".