Jonathan Richman - Actor Profile

Jonathan Richman

Acting
Freshness: Jan 29, 2026
6Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 16, 1951
Birth Place: Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jonathan Richman reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Jonathan Richman's filmography leans towards the Music 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 83% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jonathan Richman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - TopPop Special, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jonathan Richman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jonathan Richman's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - TopPop Special (1978) movie poster
★10.0

Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - TopPop Special: Jonathan Richman and his band The Modern Lovers perform a short set

Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - TopPop Special

1978•Music
★6.9
Danny Says (2015) movie poster
★6.9

Danny Says: DANNY SAYS is a documentary unveiling the amazing journey of Danny Fields. Fields has played a pivotal role in music and

Danny Says

2015•Documentary
★6.8
The Velvet Underground (2021) movie poster
★6.8

The Velvet Underground: Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s ava

The Velvet Underground

2021•Documentary
★6.6
There's Something About Mary (1998) movie poster
★6.6

There's Something About Mary: For Ted, prom night went about as bad as it’s possible for any night to go. Thirteen years later, he finally gets anothe

There's Something About Mary

1998•Romance
★6.5
Kingpin (1996) movie poster
★6.5

Kingpin: After bowler Roy Munson swindles the wrong crowd and is left with a hook for a hand, he settles into impoverished obscur

Kingpin

1996•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jonathan Richman.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 The Velvet Underground Self Hit Similar →
2015 Danny Says Self Hit Similar →
1998 There's Something About Mary Jonathan Hit Similar →
1996 Kingpin Tavern band Hit Similar →
1978 Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - TopPop Special Self Super Hit Similar →
N/A Vinyl: An Unlikely History Himself Flop Similar →

Jonathan Richman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jonathan Richman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jonathan Richman is "Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - TopPop Special" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Jonathan Richman acted in?

Jonathan Richman has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jonathan Richman?

Other notable films include "Danny Says", "The Velvet Underground", and "There's Something About Mary".