J.C. Quinn
ActingAbout J.C. Quinn
J.C. Quinn (born November 30, 1940 - February 10, 2004) was an American and television actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of J.C. Quinn 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: Drama
The majority of J.C. Quinn'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), J.C. Quinn remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Under Pressure: Making 'The Abyss', which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best J.C. Quinn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from J.C. Quinn's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of J.C. Quinn.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Animal Factory | Ivan McGhee | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Takedown | Sgt. Tom Janks | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Across the Line | Harmon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Holy Joe | Bob | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Primary Colors | Uncle Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Buried Alive II | Curtis | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Deceiver | Priest | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Digging to China | Minister | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Family Rescue | Jimmy Tulin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | To Love, Honor and Deceive | Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Hit Me | Fred Bascomb | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Getting Away with Murder | Detective Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | God's Lonely Man | Clarence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Prophecy | Burrows | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pontiac Moon | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Under Pressure: Making 'The Abyss' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | CrissCross | Jetty | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Babe | Jack Dunn | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Megaville | Newman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | All-American Murder | Harry Forbes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Rape of Doctor Willis | Joe Porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Prayer of the Rollerboys | Jaworsky | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Days of Thunder | Waddle | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The China Lake Murders | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Gross Anatomy | Papa Slovak | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Preppie Murder | Jack Dorrian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Wired | Comedy Coach | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Abyss | Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Turner & Hooch | Walter Boyett | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Happy Together | Dad | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big Business | Garth Ratliff | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Priceless Beauty | Willy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Barfly | Jim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Young Harry Houdini | Slats | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Heartbreak Ridge | Quartermaster Sgt. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Maximum Overdrive | Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | At Close Range | Boyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Twisted | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Vision Quest | Elmo | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Solomon Northup's Odyssey | Tibeats | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Places in the Heart | Texas Voice #1 (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | C.H.U.D. | Murphy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Violated | Kevin McBane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Silkwood | Curtis Schultz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Eddie Macon's Run | Shorter | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Times Square | Simon | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Gloria | Riverside Drive Man #4 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Brubaker | Barber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | On the Yard | Luther | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Hooch | - | Flop | Similar → |
J.C. Quinn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of J.C. Quinn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J.C. Quinn is "Under Pressure: Making 'The Abyss'" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has J.C. Quinn acted in?
J.C. Quinn has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by J.C. Quinn?
Other notable films include "The Abyss", "Places in the Heart", and "Brubaker".