Kirk Taylor

Acting

Freshness: Feb 01, 2026

13Total Films

8.1 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kirk Taylor reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kirk Taylor'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kirk Taylor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Full Metal Jacket, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kirk Taylor Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kirk Taylor's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1

★8.1

Full Metal Jacket: A pragmatic U.S. Marine observes the dehumanizing effects the U.S.-Vietnam War has on his fellow recruits from their bru

Full Metal Jacket

1987•Drama

★6.5

★6.5

The Last Dragon: A young man searches for the "master" to obtain the final level of martial arts mastery known as the glow. Along the way

The Last Dragon

1985•Action

★6.5

★6.5

The Cotton Club: Harlem's legendary Cotton Club becomes a hotbed of passion and violence as the lives and loves of entertainers and gangs

The Cotton Club

1984•Crime

★6.4

The Sum of All Fears (2002) movie poster

★6.4

The Sum of All Fears: When the president of Russia suddenly dies, a man whose politics are virtually unknown succeeds him. The change in polit

The Sum of All Fears

2002•Thriller

★6.3

★6.3

Jacknife: A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantical

Jacknife

1989•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kirk Taylor.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2014	The Angriest Man in Brooklyn	Cop	Average	Similar →
2002	The Sum of All Fears	AFRAT Specialist Wesson	Average	Similar →
2001	One Special Moment	Sterling 'Silver' Hamilton	Flop	Similar →
1990	The Bonfire of the Vanities	Aide	Average	Similar →
1990	The Return of Superfly	Renaldo	Flop	Similar →
1989	Jacknife	Helicopter Gunner	Average	Similar →
1988	School Daze	Sir Nose	Average	Similar →
1987	Heart	Fighter 1	Flop	Similar →
1987	Full Metal Jacket	Payback	Super Hit	Similar →
1985	Death Wish 3	Giggler	Average	Similar →
1985	Streetwalkin'	Spade	Flop	Similar →
1985	The Last Dragon	Crunch	Hit	Similar →
1984	The Cotton Club	Cotton Club Waiter (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →

Kirk Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kirk Taylor?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kirk Taylor is "Full Metal Jacket" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Kirk Taylor acted in?

Kirk Taylor has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kirk Taylor?

Other notable films include "The Last Dragon", "The Cotton Club", and "The Sum of All Fears".