Josh Ruben
ActingAbout Josh Ruben
Joshua Benjamin Ruben (born June 30, 1983) is an award-winning actor, writer, and director whose feature film "SCARE ME" which he wrote, directed and starred alongside Aya Cash and Chris Redd, debuted at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Shudder, AMC's horror platform, bought the feature in advance of the festival premiere. For television, Josh directed sketches for "The Late Late Show" with James Corden and episodes of TruTV's "Adam Ruins Everything." As a commercial director, Josh helmed hundreds of spots for clients from Geico to Comedy Central, including a recent DiGiorno pizza campaign starring comedian Jay Pharoah. As one of the founding members of CollegeHumor's "Originals" department, Ruben has directed and/or starred in hundreds of comedic shorts, amassing views well into the billions. He recently directed and cameos in all 10 episodes of Funny or Die & Spotify's narrative podcast, "The Last Degree of Kevin Bacon." His second feature, "WEREWOLVES WITHIN" with Ubisoft Film and Television and Vanishing Angle producing, began production February 2020.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Josh Ruben reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Josh Ruben'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Josh Ruben remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Freddy Derryl, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Josh Ruben Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Josh Ruben's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Josh Ruben.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Heart Eyes | Movie Goer | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Blood Relatives | Roger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | A Wounded Fawn | Bruce Ernst | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Are You Happy Now | Adam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Plan B | Philip Peterson | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Pare | Dan | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Scare Me | Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Greener Grass | Swim Coach | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Unlovable | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | TK630 | Scout Trooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Freddy Derryl | Freddy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | What Children Do | Pat | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | See You Around | Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Donald and Jess | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Worst Friends | Marky | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | For a Good Time, Call... | Lamp Guy | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Obvious Child | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Ugly Cry | - | Flop | Similar → |
Josh Ruben - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Josh Ruben?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Josh Ruben is "Freddy Derryl" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Josh Ruben acted in?
Josh Ruben has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Josh Ruben?
Other notable films include "What Children Do", "Obvious Child", and "Heart Eyes".