B.J. Penn - Actor Profile

B.J. Penn

Acting
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
34Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 13, 1978

B.J. Penn Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of B.J. Penn reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of B.J. Penn's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 47% of B.J. Penn's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains UFC on Fox 5: Henderson vs. Diaz, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best B.J. Penn Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from B.J. Penn's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie B.J. Penn has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 UFC 237: Namajunas vs. Andrade Self Hit Similar →
2018 UFC 232: Jones vs. Gustafsson 2 Self Hit Similar →
2017 UFC Fight Night 112: Chiesa vs. Lee Self Flop Similar →
2017 UFC Fight Night 103: Rodríguez vs. Penn Self Flop Similar →
2014 The Ultimate Fighter 19 Finale Self Flop Similar →
2012 UFC on Fox 5: Henderson vs. Diaz Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 Fighting Fear Himself Flop Similar →
2011 UFC 137: Penn vs. Diaz Self Hit Similar →
2011 UFC: Ultimate Matt Hughes - Flop Similar →
2011 UFC 127: Penn vs. Fitch Self Hit Similar →
2010 UFC 123: Rampage vs. Machida Self Hit Similar →
2010 UFC Ultimate Submissions - Flop Similar →
2010 UFC 118: Edgar vs. Penn 2 Self Average Similar →
2010 UFC 112: Invincible Self Flop Similar →
2009 UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez Self Average Similar →
2009 UFC 101: Declaration Self Hit Similar →
2009 Never Surrender B.J. Flop Similar →
2009 UFC Best of 2008 Self Flop Similar →
2009 UFC 94: St-Pierre vs. Penn 2 Self Average Similar →
2008 Renzo Gracie: Legacy Himself Super Hit Similar →
2008 UFC 84: Ill Will Self Hit Similar →
2008 UFC 80: Rapid Fire Self Hit Similar →
2007 The Ultimate Fighter 5 Finale Self Flop Similar →
2006 UFC 63: Hughes vs. Penn Self Average Similar →
2006 UFC 58: USA vs. Canada Self Average Similar →
2004 UFC 46: Supernatural Self Hit Similar →
2003 UFC Ultimate Knockouts - Average Similar →
2003 UFC 41: Onslaught Self Average Similar →
2002 UFC 39: The Warriors Return Self Hit Similar →
2002 UFC 37: High Impact Self Hit Similar →
2002 UFC 35: Throwdown Self Hit Similar →
2001 UFC 34: High Voltage Self Hit Similar →
2001 UFC 32: Showdown In The Meadowlands Self Average Similar →
2001 UFC 31: Locked & Loaded Self Hit Similar →

B.J. Penn - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of B.J. Penn?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring B.J. Penn is "UFC on Fox 5: Henderson vs. Diaz" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has B.J. Penn acted in?

B.J. Penn has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by B.J. Penn?

Other notable films include "Renzo Gracie: Legacy", "UFC 232: Jones vs. Gustafsson 2", and "UFC 237: Namajunas vs. Andrade".

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