Brian Haley
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Brian Haley (born February 12, 1963) is an American actor and stand-up comedian. His stand-up act is characterized by playing his all-American looks against manic outbursts and absurd situations. As an actor he may be best known for his roles as Veeko the incompetent kidnapper in the John Hughes film Baby's Day Out, the over the top football father Mike Hammersmith (aka Spike's dad) in Little Giants, or Clint Eastwood's son "Mitch" in the movie Gran Torino.
Brian Haley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Brian Haley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Brian Haley's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Brian Haley'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 The Departed, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Brian Haley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Brian Haley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Brian Haley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Draft Day | NFL Commissioner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Adjustment Bureau | Police Officer Maes | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 | Police Captain Hill (MTA) | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Gran Torino | Mitch Kowalski | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Departed | Detective #2 Tailing Queenan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Man Who Wasn't There | Officer Krebs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Pearl Harbor | Training Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Thirteenth Year | Coach | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | McHale's Navy | Christy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | That Darn Cat | Marvin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mars Attacks! | Mitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Little Giants | Mike Hammersmith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Baby's Day Out | Veeko | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Clean Slate | Patient | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Please Watch the Jon Lovitz Special, Live! | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Into the Sun | Lt. DeCarlo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Poochinski | Sergeant Shriver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Always | Alex | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Black Widow | Seattle Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Brian Haley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Brian Haley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brian Haley is "The Departed" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Brian Haley acted in?
Brian Haley has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Brian Haley?
Other notable films include "Gran Torino", "The Man Who Wasn't There", and "Pearl Harbor".