John Dugan - Actor Profile

John Dugan

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
33Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1940
Birth Place: Brazil, Indiana, USA

About John Dugan

He is best known for his role in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) andTexas Chainsaw 3D (2013) as Grandpa Sawyer. He also did a cameo as a police man at the end of Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation(1994). John took time off away from the public and the cameras until the 2000s, when he started making appearances and acting in independent films again.[1]John has most recently been seen in The Hospital opposite actor/stuntman Jim O'Rear. 2015 starred in Tony Moran's biopic Horror Icon: Inside Michael’s Mask with Tony Moran.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Dugan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Horror

The majority of John Dugan's filmography leans towards the Horror 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Dugan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dinner with Leatherface, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John Dugan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Dugan's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Dugan.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Skate to Hell Pauly Flop Similar →
2025 Lookout Weekend: Cruel Summer IV John Flop Similar →
2024 Dinner with Leatherface Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 Game of Death: The Six Doors to Hell Grandpa Higgins Flop Similar →
2024 Cruel Summer III: Pray for Fall Saxon Flop Similar →
2023 Stale Popcorn & Sticky Floors Self Flop Similar →
2022 Harlow's Haunt Harlow Greer Flop Similar →
2022 The Once and Future Smash John Dugan Average Similar →
2022 The Macabre Mr. Macabre Flop Similar →
2022 Attack of the Killer Chickens: The Movie Prime Minister Dugan Flop Similar →
2021 Holy Shit Man! Actor (voice) Flop Similar →
2020 Rondo and Bob Self Flop Similar →
2020 Harp Brothers Major William Love Flop Similar →
2018 Deviant Behavior Murphy Flop Similar →
2017 Rock, Paper, Scissors Uncle Charles Flop Similar →
2016 Belly Timber Grandpa McCormick Flop Similar →
2015 The Devil Dogs of Kilo Company Col. Talaska (Voice) Flop Similar →
2015 Bite School Henry Flop Similar →
2015 Horror Icon: Inside Michael's Mask with Tony Moran Self Flop Similar →
2014 The Boogeyman Dr. Harper Flop Similar →
2014 All Sinner's Night Vietnam Veteran Flop Similar →
2013 Butcher Boys Clerk Flop Similar →
2013 The Hospital Officer Chapman Flop Similar →
2013 Texas Chainsaw 3D Grandfather Average Similar →
2008 Hell-ephone Captain of the Guard Flop Similar →
2007 Shudder Wilkes Flop Similar →
2000 The American Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
1995 The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Cop at Hospital Flop Similar →
1988 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: A Family Portrait Himself Average Similar →
1980 Double Exposure Neil Flop Similar →
1974 The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Grandfather Hit Similar →
N/A Great White Throne Judgment God Flop Similar →
N/A The Mangled Uncle Bates Flop Similar →

John Dugan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Dugan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Dugan is "Dinner with Leatherface" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has John Dugan acted in?

John Dugan has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John Dugan?

Other notable films include "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre", "The American Nightmare", and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: A Family Portrait".