Ron Vawter
ActingAbout Ron Vawter
Ron Vawter (December 9, 1948 – April 16, 1994) was an American actor and a founding member of the experimental theater company The Wooster Group. Vawter performed in most of the group's works until his death from a heart attack in 1994 at the age of 45.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ron Vawter reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ron Vawter'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ron Vawter remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in White Homeland Commando, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ron Vawter Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ron Vawter's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ron Vawter.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Rumstick Road | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Fresh Kill | Roger Bailey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Roy Cohn/Jack Smith | Roy Cohn / Jack Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Last Time I Saw Ron | Ron Vawter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Philadelphia | Bob Seidman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | King of the Hill | Mr. Desot - Hotel Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Brace Up! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | White Homeland Commando | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mastergate | Nat Picker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Swoon | State's Attorney Crowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Buying a Landslide | Bob D'Avanzo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Roy Cohn/Jack Smith (Live Stage Recording) | Roy Cohn & Jack Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Cabinet of Dr. Ramirez | Dr. Ramirez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Johnny Suede | Winston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Women & Men 2: In Love There Are No Rules | Ad Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Plymouth | Percy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Silence of the Lambs | Paul Krendler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Made in Hollywood | Matt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Postcards | Fred | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Machine That Killed Bad People | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Internal Affairs | Jaegar | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Fat Man and Little Boy | Jamie Latrobe | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | sex, lies, and videotape | Therapist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Twister | Man in Bar | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Used Innocence | Donald Eisenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Volcano Saga | Gest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Arena Brains | Man with Cigar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Landscape Suicide | Prosecutor (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Atalanta Strategy | Immigration Staff/Flying Saucer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Born in Flames | FBI Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | King Blank | King Blank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Strong Medicine | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Empty Suitcases | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Minus Zero | Freud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Sudden Death | Businessman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ron Vawter - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ron Vawter?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Vawter is "White Homeland Commando" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ron Vawter acted in?
Ron Vawter has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ron Vawter?
Other notable films include "Brace Up!", "The Silence of the Lambs", and "Sudden Death".