Bruce Norris

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

10Total Films

7.9 Highest Rated

Born: May 16, 1960

Birth Place: Houston, Texas, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bruce Norris reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Bruce Norris'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bruce Norris remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Sixth Sense, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bruce Norris Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bruce Norris's career based on audience ratings.

★7.9

★7.9

The Sixth Sense: Following an unexpected tragedy, child psychologist Malcolm Crowe meets a nine year old boy named Cole Sear, who is hidi

The Sixth Sense

1999•Mystery

★6.8

★6.8

The Friend: New York City writer Iris finds her comfortable, solitary life thrown into disarray after her closest friend and mentor

The Friend

2025•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

A Civil Action: Jan Schlickmann is a cynical lawyer who goes out to 'get rid of' a case, only to find out it is potentially worth millio

A Civil Action

1998•Drama

★6.5

★6.5

Imaginary Heroes: Matt Travis is good-looking, popular, and his school's best competitive swimmer, so everyone is shocked when he inexplic

Imaginary Heroes

2004•Comedy

★6.3

★6.3

Reach the Rock: A small town troublemaker, directionless and alienated, ends up spending a night in a jail cell, where he and the police

Reach the Rock

1998•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bruce Norris.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	The Friend	Dr. Novak	Hit	Similar →
2016	The Sea of Trees	Dr. Howerton	Average	Similar →
2010	All Good Things	Brian Callender	Average	Similar →
2004	Imaginary Heroes	Mr. Barnes	Hit	Similar →
1999	The Sixth Sense	Stanley Cunningham	Super Hit	Similar →
1998	A Civil Action	William Cheeseman	Hit	Similar →
1998	Reach the Rock	Ernie	Average	Similar →
1996	Chasing the Dragon	Edwin	Flop	Similar →
1991	A Matter of Degrees	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Class	Student	Average	Similar →

Bruce Norris - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bruce Norris?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Norris is "The Sixth Sense" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Bruce Norris acted in?

Bruce Norris has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bruce Norris?

Other notable films include "The Friend", "A Civil Action", and "Imaginary Heroes".