Jerry Goldsmith
SoundAbout Jerry Goldsmith
Jerry Goldsmith was an American music composer and conductor for film and television productions, best known for his scores of movies like "Planet of the Apes", "Papillon", "Alien", "Total Recall", "Basic Instinct", and also three "Rambo" films and five "Star Trek" films. He was nominated for six Grammy Awards, five Primetime Emmy Awards, nine Golden Globe Awards, four British Academy Film Awards, and eighteen Academy Awards (he won only one, in 1976, for the feature film "The Omen").
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jerry Goldsmith 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: Documentary
The majority of Jerry Goldsmith'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jerry Goldsmith remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Beast Within: Making Alien, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jerry Goldsmith Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jerry Goldsmith's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jerry Goldsmith.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Survival Scars: Franklin J. Schaffner as Auteur | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cute. Clever. Mischievous. Intelligent. Dangerous: Making Gremlins | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | North and the Music of the South | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Beast Within: Making Alien | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | 666: The Omen Revealed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Patton: A Tribute to Franklin J. Schaffner | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Film Music Masters: Jerry Goldsmith | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | King Kong 60th Anniversary Special: "It was beauty killed the beast." | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Gremlins 2: The New Batch | Yogurt Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Gremlins | Pay-Phone Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Film Tribute Video Vol.2 | Desafio Total | Flop | Similar → |
Jerry Goldsmith - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jerry Goldsmith?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jerry Goldsmith is "The Beast Within: Making Alien" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Jerry Goldsmith acted in?
Jerry Goldsmith has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jerry Goldsmith?
Other notable films include "Gremlins", "Cute. Clever. Mischievous. Intelligent. Dangerous: Making Gremlins", and "Gremlins 2: The New Batch".