Ed Koch - Actor Profile

Ed Koch

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
41Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 12, 1924
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ed Koch reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Ed Koch'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ed Koch remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 365 Day Project, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ed Koch Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ed Koch's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
365 Day Project (2007) movie poster
★10.0

365 Day Project: This exhibition focuses on Jonas Mekas’ 365 Day Project, a succession of films and videos in calendar form. Every day as

365 Day Project

2007•Documentary
★9.0
Empire City (1985) movie poster
★9.0

Empire City: A film essay contrasting the modern metropolis with its "golden age" from 1830-1930, with the participation of some of N

Empire City

1985•Documentary
★8.0
Night of 100 Stars II (1985) movie poster
★8.0

Night of 100 Stars II: This special is the second "Night of 100 Stars" to benefit The Actors Fund of America. Edited from a seven-hour live ent

Night of 100 Stars II

1985•Comedy
★7.9
Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park (1982) movie poster
★7.9

Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park: The Concert in Central Park is a live album by Simon & Garfunkel. On September 19, 1981 the folk-rock duo reunited for a

Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park

1982•Music
★7.5
NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell (2007) movie poster
★7.5

NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell: New York City, 1977 - It was a time when the city had fallen into decay, with too few jobs, money, police, schools, and

NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell

2007•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ed Koch.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 The Choice 2020: Trump vs. Biden Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2018 Trump: Anatomy of a Man Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2017 Jerry Before Seinfeld Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2015 The Making of Trump Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2015 Uncovering Wolfen Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2014 AIDS: The Judgment of God Self (uncredited archive footage) Flop Similar →
2014 Blondie's New York and the Making of Parallel Lines Self Average Similar →
2013 Koch Self Flop Similar →
2012 The Central Park Five Self - Former Mayor, New York Hit Similar →
2011 The Undefeated Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2009 American Swing Self Flop Similar →
2007 365 Day Project Self Super Hit Similar →
2007 We Own the Night Mayor Hit Similar →
2007 Taxi Driver Stories Self Average Similar →
2007 NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Fahrenhype 9/11 - Flop Similar →
2003 The Hebrew Hammer Himself Flop Similar →
1996 Eddie Ed Koch Average Similar →
1995 Run For Cover The Mayor Flop Similar →
1995 Peter Allen: The Boy From Oz Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1991 Married to It Himself Average Similar →
1990 Positive Self Flop Similar →
1990 Central Park Self Hit Similar →
1989 Izzy Young: Talking Folklore Center Self Flop Similar →
1989 An Amazin Era: Revised and Updated Self Flop Similar →
1989 New York Stories Self Average Similar →
1988 Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz Mayor Edward Koch Flop Similar →
1988 An Empire of Reason Mayor of New York City, 1788 Flop Similar →
1986 An Amazin' Era Self Flop Similar →
1986 Let's Go Mets Self Flop Similar →
1985 Key Exchange Self Flop Similar →
1985 Empire City Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Night of 100 Stars II Self Super Hit Similar →
1984 A Christmas Dream Self Flop Similar →
1984 The Muppets Take Manhattan Self (as The Honorable Edward I. Koch) Hit Similar →
1984 Terrible Joe Moran Moe Flop Similar →
1984 Style Wars Self Hit Similar →
1982 All by Myself: The Eartha Kitt Story Self Flop Similar →
1982 Night of 100 Stars Self Hit Similar →
1982 Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park Self - Mayor of New York Super Hit Similar →
1971 Such Good Friends First Taxi Driver (uncredited) Flop Similar →

Ed Koch - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ed Koch?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ed Koch is "365 Day Project" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ed Koch acted in?

Ed Koch has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ed Koch?

Other notable films include "Empire City", "Night of 100 Stars II", and "Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park".