Johnny Williams
ActingAbout Johnny Williams
John "Johnny" Anthony Williams also known as "Johnny Roast beef" Williams is an American character actor with nearly 100 credits to his name. He is perhaps best remembered as Johnny Roastbeef in the Martin Scorsese classic Goodfellas (1990). He is also appeared in the Movies The Mask (1994) alongside Cameron Diaz and Jim Carrey as well as Greenbook (2018) which starred Viggo Mortensen Mahershala Ali. He has also made dozens of appearances in tv shows.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johnny Williams reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Johnny Williams'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johnny Williams remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Infidelity, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Johnny Williams Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Johnny Williams's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johnny Williams.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Friendsgiving | Uncle Sal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Exorcism at 60,000 Feet | Frankie Foldem | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Green Book | Fat Paulie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Intersection | Lou | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Rules Don't Apply | Mobster | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Call Me King | Russo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The New Empress | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Cookie Mobster | Cheeks | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jersey Justice | Big Bill Romeo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Real Gangsters | Big Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Crybabies | Tony 'Two Guns' | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Wild Ride | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Other Way | Fat Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Under New Management | Dot Com Donnie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Unknown Trilogy | Tanner (segment "Frankie the Squirrel") (as Johnny 'Roastbeef' Williams) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sin's Kitchen | Eddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Whole Ten Yards | Vito | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mafioso: The Father The Son | Danny Defino | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Wasabi Tuna | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Undisputed | Al | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Looking for an Echo | Phil 'Pooch' Puccirelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Assault | Mario | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Witness to the Mob | Angelo Ruggiero | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Sparkle and Charm | Robo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Opposite Corners | Jimmy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Infidelity | Bubba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Little Death | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Wasp Woman | Wasp Collector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Virtual Combat | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Forget Paris | Lou | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Victim of Desire | Marv Riker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Skateboard Kid II | Tow Truck Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Mask | Burt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Honeymoon in Vegas | Johnny Sandwich | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | State of Grace | Borelli's Man #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | GoodFellas | Johnny Roastbeef | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Spook Who Sat by the Door | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Ritual of Evil | Newscaster | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sally, Irene and Mary | Raymond Scott Quintette | Average | Similar → |
Johnny Williams - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Johnny Williams?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Williams is "Infidelity" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Johnny Williams acted in?
Johnny Williams has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Johnny Williams?
Other notable films include "Opposite Corners", "Intersection", and "GoodFellas".