Hugh Hefner - Actor Profile

Hugh Hefner

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 9, 1926
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

About Hugh Hefner

Hugh Marston Hefner (April 9, 1926 – September 27, 2017) was an American magazine publisher. He was the founder and editor-in-chief of Playboy magazine, a publication with revealing photographs and articles which provoked charges of obscenity.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hugh Hefner 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 Hugh Hefner'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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hugh Hefner remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hugh Hefner: American Playboy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hugh Hefner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hugh Hefner's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hugh Hefner.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 The Janes Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2019 This Is Farrah Fawcett Self (Editor-In-Chief, Playboy) (archive footage) Average Similar →
2017 Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond Self Super Hit Similar →
2014 Toil And Trouble: Making 'Macbeth' Self Flop Similar →
2013 Bettie Page Reveals All Self Hit Similar →
2012 Fascination: Unauthorized Story of Marilyn Monroe Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2012 Tony Curtis: Driven to Stardom Self Hit Similar →
2012 Sunset Strip Self Hit Similar →
2011 Gloria: In Her Own Words Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2011 Hop Voice at Playboy Mansion (voice) Average Similar →
2010 The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice! Self Hit Similar →
2009 Miss March Hugh Hefner Average Similar →
2009 Sex in '69: The Sexual Revolution in America Self Hit Similar →
2008 The House Bunny Hugh Hefner Average Similar →
2008 Let's Play, Boy himself Flop Similar →
2008 Thou Shalt Not: Sex, Sin and Censorship in Pre-Code Hollywood Self Average Similar →
2008 Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2007 3000 Miles Self Flop Similar →
2007 Soundies: A Musical History Hosted by Michael Feinstein Self Flop Similar →
2007 King: Man of Peace in a Time of War Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Legacy of 'Some Like It Hot' Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Playboy: Celebrity Centerfolds Self Flop Similar →
2005 Comedy Central Roast of Pamela Anderson Self Hit Similar →
2005 The Aristocrats Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2005 Inside Deep Throat Self Average Similar →
2004 Playboy: 50 Years of Playmates Self - Editor-In-Chief Flop Similar →
2004 Jack Nicholson: The Joker Is Wild Self(as Hugh M. Hefner) Flop Similar →
2004 Comic Book: The Movie Hugh Hefner Average Similar →
2003 Hugh Hefner: American Playboy Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Sex at 24 Frames Per Second Self Flop Similar →
2002 Playboy: The Ultimate Pamela Anderson Self Flop Similar →
2001 Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger IV President of the United States Average Similar →
2001 Playboy Mansion Parties Uncensored Self Average Similar →
2001 The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Hugh Hefner Self Average Similar →
2000 Ian Fleming: 007's Creator - Hit Similar →
1999 The Bunny Years Self Flop Similar →
1998 Playboy: The Story of X Self Average Similar →
1996 A Century of Science Fiction Self Hit Similar →
1995 The World of James Bond Self Average Similar →
1992 Hugh Hefner: Once Upon a Time Self Flop Similar →
1987 Beverly Hills Cop II Hugh Hefner Hit Similar →
1987 Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules Self (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1982 The Comeback Trail Hugh Hefner Flop Similar →
1982 Playboy Video Magazine, Volume 1 - Flop Similar →
1981 History of the World: Part I Entrepreneur - The Roman Empire Hit Similar →
1980 The Sensational Shocking Wonderful Wacky 70's Self Flop Similar →
1971 Why Do They Do It? - Average Similar →
1970 How Did a Nice Girl Like You Get Into This Business? Hugh Hefner Flop Similar →
1969 Freedom to Love Self Flop Similar →
1963 The Most - Average Similar →

Hugh Hefner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hugh Hefner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hugh Hefner is "Hugh Hefner: American Playboy" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Hugh Hefner acted in?

Hugh Hefner has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hugh Hefner?

Other notable films include "King: Man of Peace in a Time of War", "The Legacy of 'Some Like It Hot'", and "Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond".