Francis Guinan
ActingAbout Francis Guinan
Francis V. Guinan Jr. (born November 17, 1951) is an American film, television and stage actor who is perhaps best known for his role as Edgar Teller the patriarch in the short-lived series Eerie, Indiana. The Council Bluffs, Iowa-born actor has made guest appearances in many notable television series including Grey's Anatomy, CSI: Miami, Law & Order, CSI: NY, Without a Trace, The Practice, Crossing Jordan, Star Trek: Enterprise, Star Trek: Voyager, That '70s Show, Nash Bridges, Sliders, Murder, She Wrote, Frasier, Mike & Molly and other series
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Francis Guinan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Francis Guinan'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Francis Guinan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Relative, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Francis Guinan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Francis Guinan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Francis Guinan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ghostlight | Janitor Fran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Another Happy Day | Delivery Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Relative | David Frank | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Later Days | Sarg | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Saint Frances | Dennis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Pizza Night | Ron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Abundant Acreage Available | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Evil Within | Dr. Preston | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Henry Gamble's Birthday Party | Larry Montgomery | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Killing Kennedy | Lyndon B. Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | All Good Things | Daniel Patrick Moynihan | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Last Airbender | Master Pakku | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Constantine | Father Garret | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Path to War | Nicholas Katzenbach | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Hannibal | FBI Asst. Director Noonan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | American Tragedy | Bill Hodgman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Guinevere | Alan Sloane | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Lansky | Senator Estes Kefauver | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | George Wallace | Klan Member #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Speed 2: Cruise Control | Rupert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Murder One: Diary of a Serial Killer | Steve McDermott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Dark Skies | Mark Simonson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Spring Awakening | Dr. Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Lies of the Heart: The Story of Laurie Kellogg | Dennis Bender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mortal Sins | Father Daniel Simmons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Shining Through | Andrew Berringer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Knight Rider 2000 | Dr. Jeffrey Glassman | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Grapes of Wrath | Mr. Wainwright and others | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Rock Hudson | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Preppie Murder | Kendris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Miles from Home | Tommy Malin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Serpent and the Rainbow | American Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Bedroom Window | Bartender at Edgar's | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Say Goodnight, Gracie | Bobby | Flop | Similar → |
Francis Guinan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Francis Guinan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Francis Guinan is "Relative" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Francis Guinan acted in?
Francis Guinan has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Francis Guinan?
Other notable films include "Dark Skies", "Ghostlight", and "Constantine".