Ross Petty

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

13Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 29, 1946

Birth Place: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

About Ross Petty

Ross Petty (born August 29, 1946) is a Canadian actor and theatre producer. He is best known for his eponymous production company which have been producing “fractured fairy tale musicals” at Toronto’s Elgin Theatre.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ross Petty 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 Ross Petty'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ross Petty remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ross Petty Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ross Petty's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star (1986) movie poster

★7.0

Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star: An actor rigs a fake shooting on TV with the connivance of his friend, the show's host, but the practical joke goes wron

Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star

1986•Crime

★6.3

★6.3

F/X2: F/X man Rollie Tyler is now a toymaker. Mike, the ex-husband of his girlfriend Kim, is a cop. He asks Rollie to help cat

F/X2

1991•Action

★6.0

★6.0

Extreme Measures: Guy Luthan, a British doctor working at a hospital in New York, starts making unwelcome enquiries when the body of a man

Extreme Measures

1996•Drama

★5.7

★5.7

The River King: Abel Grey is sent to investigate the death of a boy from an exclusive local school, who is found floating in the river.

The River King

2005•Drama

★3.7

★3.7

The Good Fight: Grace Cragin is a bright young lawyer who has a passion for the fight against injustice. Her ex-husband Henry is a lawye

The Good Fight

1992•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ross Petty.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2006	Aladdin: The Magical Family Musical	Abanzeer	Flop	Similar →
2005	The River King	The Dean	Average	Similar →
1998	The Defenders: Choice of Evils	Doctor Nagel	Flop	Similar →
1996	Extreme Measures	Dr. Garlock	Average	Similar →
1992	The Good Fight	Clay	Flop	Similar →
1992	Split Images	Paul Calderone	Flop	Similar →
1991	F/X2	Consigliere	Average	Similar →
1989	The Magic of Aladdin	Abanazar	Flop	Similar →
1986	Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star	Peter Towne	Hit	Similar →
1986	Spearfield's Daughter	Roger Brisson	Flop	Similar →
1986	A Judgment in Stone	George	Flop	Similar →
1985	Love & Larceny	Robert Vandecar	Flop	Similar →
1981	Escape from Iran: The Canadian Caper	-	Flop	Similar →

Ross Petty - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ross Petty?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ross Petty is "Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Ross Petty acted in?

Ross Petty has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ross Petty?

Other notable films include "F/X2", "Extreme Measures", and "The River King".