George A. Romero - Actor Profile

George A. Romero

Directing
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 4, 1940
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

About George A. Romero

George Andrew Romero (February 4, 1940 – July 16, 2017) was an American-Canadian film director, screenwriter and editor, best known for his gruesome and satirical zombie films, including the seminal "Night of the Living Dead" (1968) and "Dawn of the Dead" (1978). Throughout his career he primarily worked in the horror genre and directed several notable films outside of the zombie subgenre, including vampire film "Martin" (1977) and EC Comics homage "Creepshow" (1982).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of George A. Romero reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of George A. Romero'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 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George A. Romero remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Zombie Jamboree, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best George A. Romero Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from George A. Romero's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Zombie Jamboree (1993) movie poster
★10.0

Zombie Jamboree: A documentary on the Zombie Jamboree, the 25th Anniversary of Night of the Living Dead convention that took place in 199

Zombie Jamboree

1993•Horror
★10.0
Heartstoppers: Horror at the Movies (1992) movie poster
★10.0

Heartstoppers: Horror at the Movies: A Documentary on Horror and Sci-Fi movies from the past to today.

Heartstoppers: Horror at the Movies

1992•Documentary
★9.5
Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy (2005) movie poster
★9.5

Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy: Documentary about the great 1940s horror movie producer Val Lewton, featured on the 2005 DVD release "The Val Lewton Hor

Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy

2005•Documentary
★8.3
The Silence of the Lambs (1991) movie poster
★8.3

The Silence of the Lambs: Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal

The Silence of the Lambs

1991•Crime
★8.1
Scream Greats, Vol.1: Tom Savini, Master of Horror Effects (1986) movie poster
★8.1

Scream Greats, Vol.1: Tom Savini, Master of Horror Effects: A documentary detailing the career of makeup artist Tom Savini, including clips from the various movies he's worked on.

Scream Greats, Vol.1: Tom Savini, Master of Horror Effects

1986•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George A. Romero.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 The Amusement Park (cameo) Average Similar →
2021 Iron City Asskickers - Flop Similar →
2020 Time Warp Vol. 2: Horror and Sci-Fi Self Average Similar →
2020 Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business Self Flop Similar →
2019 Zombies in the Sugar Cane Field: The Documentary Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2015 Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini Self Hit Similar →
2015 Chronicles of the Living Dead Self Hit Similar →
2014 The Sparrows Are Flying Again! - The Making of the Dark Half Himself Flop Similar →
2014 Phineas and Ferb: Night of the Living Pharmacists Don Adaded (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2014 Why Horror? Self Average Similar →
2014 Doc of the Dead Self Average Similar →
2013 Birth of the Living Dead Himself Hit Similar →
2013 The World’s End: The Legacy of 'Day of the Dead' Self Average Similar →
2013 A Fish Story Nick's Dad Hit Similar →
2011 Nightmare Factory Self Hit Similar →
2011 The Walking Dead Girls Self Flop Similar →
2009 Deadtime Stories Self - Host Flop Similar →
2009 Nightmares in Red, White and Blue Self Hit Similar →
2008 Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX Self Hit Similar →
2008 Dead On: The Life and Cinema of George A. Romero Himself Average Similar →
2008 Dead Eyes Open Scientist Super Hit Similar →
2008 Zombiemania Himself - Filmmaker Average Similar →
2007 Just Desserts: The Making of 'Creepshow' Self Average Similar →
2007 Diary of the Dead Police Chief Arthur Katz (uncredited) Average Similar →
2006 Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream Self Average Similar →
2005 After Effects: Memories of Pittsburgh Filmmaking Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 Digging Up the Dead: The Lost Films of George A. Romero Himself Average Similar →
2005 Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 Land of the Dead Puppeteer (voice) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2005 Make Your Own Damn Movie! Himself Flop Similar →
2004 The Dead Will Walk: The Making of Dawn of the Dead Himself Super Hit Similar →
2004 John Carpenter: The Man and His Movies Self Average Similar →
2003 The Many Days of Day of the Dead Himself Average Similar →
2002 Masters of Horror Self Super Hit Similar →
2001 Dario Argento: An Eye for Horror Self Hit Similar →
2000 The American Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
1997 David Cronenberg and the Cinema of the Extreme Himself Flop Similar →
1993 Zombie Jamboree Himself Super Hit Similar →
1993 The Dark Half Customer (uncredited) Average Similar →
1992 Heartstoppers: Horror at the Movies Self Super Hit Similar →
1991 The Silence of the Lambs FBI Agent in Memphis (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1990 Night of the Living Dead Passenger Hit Similar →
1987 Drive-In Madness! Himself Average Similar →
1986 Scream Greats, Vol.1: Tom Savini, Master of Horror Effects Himself Super Hit Similar →
1985 Day of the Dead Zombie with Scarf (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1981 Document of the Dead Himself Hit Similar →
1978 Dawn of the Dead TV Director / Biker (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1978 Martin Father Howard Hit Similar →
1973 The Crazies Extra at Dance / High School Infirmary (uncredited) Average Similar →
1968 Night of the Living Dead Washington Reporter Super Hit Similar →

George A. Romero - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of George A. Romero?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George A. Romero is "Zombie Jamboree" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has George A. Romero acted in?

George A. Romero has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by George A. Romero?

Other notable films include "Heartstoppers: Horror at the Movies", "Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy", and "The Silence of the Lambs".