John Hancock
ActingAbout John Hancock
John Hancock was born on March 4, 1941 in Hazen, Arkansas, USA. He was an actor and director, known for Airplane II: The Sequel (1982), The In-Laws (1979) and Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987). He died on October 12, 1992 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Hancock reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of John Hancock's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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), John Hancock remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in White Mama, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Hancock Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hancock's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Hancock.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Criminal Behavior | Lt. Wills | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat | Quinton Canada | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Bonfire of the Vanities | Reverend Bacon | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Voices Within: The Lives of Truddi Chase | Soloman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Why Me? | Tiny | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Collision Course | Lieutenant Ryerson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Traxx | Chief Emmett Decker | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big Business | Older Harlan | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Catch the Heat | ike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dead Aim | Talbot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Crossroads | Sheriff Tilford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Fortune Dane | Captain Jim Benson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Streets of Justice | Henry Brewer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | City Heat | Fat Freddy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Soldier's Story | Sergeant Washington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | 11th Victim | Capt. Long | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Tank | Mess Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | More Than Murder | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Girls of the White Orchid | Sergeant Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Deal of the Century | Baptist Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers | Judge Daugherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Sting II | Doc Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | In the Custody of Strangers | Judge Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Archer: Fugitive from the Empire | Baldor the World Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | ...All the Marbles | Big John Stanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | First Family | President Mazai Kulundra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Black Marble | Clarence Cromwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | White Mama | Tall Black Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | 10 | Dr. Croce | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The In-Laws | T Man #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Girl Who Saved the World | Gold Tooth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Foul Play | Coleman | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Cindy | Wilcox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Cyrano de Begerac | Cut Purse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Brother John | Henry's Friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Monk | Charlie | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Hancock - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Hancock?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Hancock is "White Mama" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Hancock acted in?
John Hancock has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Hancock?
Other notable films include "The Monk", "Crossroads", and "Voices Within: The Lives of Truddi Chase".