Wendell Wright - Actor Profile

Wendell Wright

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
11Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 1, 1948

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wendell Wright reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Wendell Wright'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wendell Wright remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in All the President's Men, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Wendell Wright Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Wendell Wright's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
All the President's Men (1976) movie poster
★7.7

All the President's Men: During the 1972 elections, two reporters' investigation sheds light on the controversial Watergate scandal that compels

All the President's Men

1976•Drama
★6.6
The Howling (1981) movie poster
★6.6

The Howling: After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inha

The Howling

1981•Horror
★6.3
Cloak & Dagger (1984) movie poster
★6.3

Cloak & Dagger: Davey Osborne is an average 11-year-old boy with an overactive imagination. He spends his days playing video games and p

Cloak & Dagger

1984•Adventure
★6.0
Stingray (1985) movie poster
★6.0

Stingray: A district attorney is kidnapped by a criminal who then has a deranged doctor do something to him that leaves him with t

Stingray

1985•Mystery
★6.0
The Onion Field (1979) movie poster
★6.0

The Onion Field: An LA police officer is murdered in the onion fields outside of Bakersfield. However, legal loopholes could keep his kid

The Onion Field

1979•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wendell Wright.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2008 Emilio Bearded Bum Flop Similar →
2006 The Visitation Baptist Preacher Flop Similar →
1988 Jack's Back Capt. Walter Prentis Flop Similar →
1985 Stingray Fast Freddy Average Similar →
1984 Cloak & Dagger Airport Security Guard #2 Average Similar →
1982 In Love with an Older Woman Williams Flop Similar →
1981 The Howling Man at Bar Hit Similar →
1980 Marathon Desk Clerk Flop Similar →
1979 Strange Fruit Lukas Flop Similar →
1979 The Onion Field LAPD Sergeant Average Similar →
1976 All the President's Men Assistant Metro Editor Super Hit Similar →

Wendell Wright - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Wendell Wright?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wendell Wright is "All the President's Men" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Wendell Wright acted in?

Wendell Wright has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Wendell Wright?

Other notable films include "The Howling", "Cloak & Dagger", and "Stingray".