Jack Watkins

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

11Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jack Watkins reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jack Watkins'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jack Watkins remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Life of David Gale, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jack Watkins Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jack Watkins's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

The Life of David Gale (2003) movie poster

★7.4

The Life of David Gale: A man against capital punishment is accused of murdering a fellow activist and is sent to death row.

The Life of David Gale

2003•Drama

★6.5

★6.5

Courage Under Fire: A US Army officer, who made a "friendly fire" mistake that was covered up, has been reassigned to a desk job. He is task

Courage Under Fire

1996•Drama

★6.3

★6.3

Upstream Color: A man and woman are drawn together, entangled in the lifecycle of an ageless organism. Identity becomes an illusion as t

Upstream Color

2013•Drama

★6.3

★6.3

Hooking Up: Bailey and Darla embark upon a misguided and mutually deceitful form of therapy, one in which they must drive across the

Hooking Up

2020•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

American Outlaws: When a Midwest town learns that a corrupt railroad baron has captured the deeds to their homesteads without their knowle

American Outlaws

2001•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jack Watkins.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2020	Hooking Up	Tom (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
2017	The Demon Inside	Mr. Gaines	Flop	Similar →
2014	Lone Star Holy War	Bo McMillin	Flop	Similar →
2013	Upstream Color	The Sampled	Average	Similar →
2006	The Year Without a Santa Claus	Boothe	Average	Similar →
2006	The Year Without a Santa Claus	-	Average	Similar →
2003	The Life of David Gale	Photographer	Hit	Similar →
2002	The Anarchist Cookbook	Sergeant at Arms	Flop	Similar →
2002	The President's Man: A Line in the Sand	Dan Felder	Flop	Similar →
2001	American Outlaws	Detective	Average	Similar →
1996	Courage Under Fire	Coffee Sergeant	Hit	Similar →

Jack Watkins - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jack Watkins?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Watkins is "The Life of David Gale" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Jack Watkins acted in?

Jack Watkins has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jack Watkins?

Other notable films include "Courage Under Fire", "Upstream Color", and "Hooking Up".