Bob Byington
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Indie favorite Bob Byington burst on to the scene in 2008 with his SXSW midnight lo-fi, low culture hit, RSO [Registered Sex Offender]. He followed that up at Lincoln Center's New Directors/New Films series with the Sundance Lab project "Harmony and Me" (2009). In 2012 Byington won the prestigious Special Jury Prize at the Locarno Film Festival with "Somebody Up There Likes Me" starring Nick Offerman, and shortly thereafter he teamed with Jason Schwartzman for cult smash "7 Chinese Brothers" (2015). In 2017 Byington worked with comedy stalwart Kieran Culkin to make "Infinity Baby" --the film took best feature at the much lauded Woodstock Film Festival that year. Bob is an Annenberg Fellow and is in the permanent collection at MoMA. His new film is "Frances Ferguson".
Bob Byington Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bob Byington reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bob Byington's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 15% of Bob Byington'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 Incredibly Small, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bob Byington Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bob Byington's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bob Byington has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Also Starring Austin | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Poet and the Professor | The Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | 7 Chinese Brothers | White Beemer Guy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ned Rifle | Concierge | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Wild Canaries | Disgruntled Filmmaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Apartment Troubles | Uncle Robert | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Color Wheel | Professor Neil Chadwick | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Harmony and Me | Jim | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Incredibly Small | Mr. Waldorf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Beeswax | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Mullitt | Stu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Treasure Island | Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Getting Stoned with Bob Byington | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Bob Byington - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bob Byington?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bob Byington is "Incredibly Small" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bob Byington acted in?
Bob Byington has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bob Byington?
Other notable films include "Also Starring Austin", "The Color Wheel", and "Ned Rifle".