Adam Wade - Actor Profile

Adam Wade

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
11Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 17, 1935
Birth Place: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Adam Wade 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 Adam Wade'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Adam Wade remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Phantom of the Paradise, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Adam Wade Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Adam Wade's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Phantom of the Paradise (1974) movie poster
★7.5

Phantom of the Paradise: Singer-songwriter Winslow Leach seeks revenge on the nefarious music producer Swan, who steals both Winslow's music and

Phantom of the Paradise

1974•Music
★7.1
Claudine (1974) movie poster
★7.1

Claudine: Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid

Claudine

1974•Drama
★6.7
Across 110th Street (1972) movie poster
★6.7

Across 110th Street: In a daring robbery, some $300,000 is taken from the Italian mob. Several mafiosi are killed, as are two policemen. Lt.

Across 110th Street

1972•Action
★6.4
Shaft (1971) movie poster
★6.4

Shaft: Cool Black private eye John Shaft is hired by a crime lord to find and retrieve his kidnapped daughter.

Shaft

1971•Action
★6.3
Crazy Joe (1974) movie poster
★6.3

Crazy Joe: The rise and fall of a Mafia gangster, based on the life of murdered New York gangster "Crazy" Joey Gallo.

Crazy Joe

1974•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Adam Wade.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2004 Brother to Brother Sam the Bartender Flop Similar →
1998 L7: The Beauty Process Christopher Talkin Flop Similar →
1976 Street Killing J.D. Johnson Flop Similar →
1974 Phantom of the Paradise Reporter Super Hit Similar →
1974 Claudine Owen Hit Similar →
1974 Nicky's World Ezra Lent Flop Similar →
1974 Crazy Joe J.D. Average Similar →
1973 Gordon's War Hustler Average Similar →
1972 Across 110th Street Patrolman Hit Similar →
1972 Come Back, Charleston Blue Benjy Flop Similar →
1971 Shaft Brother #1 Average Similar →

Adam Wade - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Adam Wade?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adam Wade is "Phantom of the Paradise" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Adam Wade acted in?

Adam Wade has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Adam Wade?

Other notable films include "Claudine", "Across 110th Street", and "Shaft".