Nick Nicholson
ActingAbout Nick Nicholson
Nick Nicholson was one of many Americans to expatriate to the Philippines after the Vietnam War. Starting in the mid 1970's he became involved in the local film industry there as an actor and casting director, often responsible for finding as many Anglo-looking locals to play non-Filipino roles in local productions. He can also be seen in numerous bigger-budget American Vietnam War films made including APOCALYPSE NOW and PLATOON, often playing American soldiers.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nick Nicholson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Nick Nicholson's filmography leans towards the Action 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nick Nicholson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Apocalypse Now, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nick Nicholson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nick Nicholson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nick Nicholson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Night of the Missing | Jim (segment "You Promised") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Dead in 5 Heartbeats | Eight Ball | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Terminal Virus | Lawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Second Chances | Consul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Raw Target | Clive | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Angel of Destruction | Mercenary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The House of Pleasure | Lord Sutton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | One Man Army | Field Owner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Live by the Fist | Greasemonkey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Triple Impact | McMann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Angelfist | Alcatraz's Friend (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Fighting Spirit | Kickboxing Trainer | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Eternal Fist | Lucy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Raiders of the Sun | Ackerman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dirty Blue Vengeful Tropical Night | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Beyond the Call of Duty | Jordan's Assistant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Blood Ring | Mr. Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dune Warriors | Tomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sudden Thunder | Disco Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | After Death | Rod | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Blood Hands | Edward (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Born on the Fourth of July | Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Siege of Firebase Gloria | Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Narco Dollar | Crazy Jack Kinney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Trident Force | Ox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Spyder | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Equalizer 2000 | Lawton's men | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | A Case of Honor | Pops | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Saigon Commandos | Airborne Sgt. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Fast Gun | Nelson's Goon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Death Bond | Lido | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Action Is Not Missing | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Get the Terrorists | Pierre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Demon of Paradise | Langley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Eye of the Eagle | Pfc. Crazy Dog | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Platoon | Mechanized Soldier #1 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Silk | Tyler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Jailbreak 1958 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | No Dead Heroes | Ivan, KGB officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Future Hunters | Shootist in Car / Nazi Soldier (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Deadringer | Steve | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | American Ninja | Duty Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Ninja Warriors | Mike Jansen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Heroes for Hire | Berenkov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Slash | Randy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Apocalypse Now | Soldier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Nick Nicholson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nick Nicholson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nick Nicholson is "Apocalypse Now" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Nick Nicholson acted in?
Nick Nicholson has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nick Nicholson?
Other notable films include "Platoon", "Second Chances", and "Born on the Fourth of July".