John Moschitta Jr.
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John Moschitta Jr., also known as "Motormouth" John Moschitta and The Fast Talking Guy (born August 6, 1954), is an American character actor, spokesman, and singer who is best known for his rapid speech delivery. He appeared in over 100 commercials as "The Micro Machines Man" and in a 1981 ad for FedEx. He provided the voice for Blurr in The Transformers: The Movie (1986), The Transformers (1986–1987), Transformers: Animated (2008–2009) and two direct-to-video films. Moschitta had been credited in The Guinness Book of World Records as the World's Fastest Talker, with the ability to articulate 586 words per minute. His record was broken in 1990 by Steve Woodmore who spoke 637 words per minute and then by Sean Shannon, who spoke 655 words per minute on August 30, 1995. However, Moschitta questions the legitimacy of those who claim to be faster than he is.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Moschitta Jr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Adventure
The majority of John Moschitta Jr.'s filmography leans towards the Adventure 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), John Moschitta Jr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Moschitta Jr. Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Moschitta Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Moschitta Jr..
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | John Bronco | John Moschitta | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Point of View: A Retrospective of Joe Sedelmaier | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Queerspiracy! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Blankman | Mr. Crudd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Going Under | Defense Contractor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dick Tracy | Radio Announcer (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Woodstock: The Lost Performances | Voice-Over | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Who Shrunk Saturday Morning? | Flash | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime | Blurr | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Transformers: Five Faces of Darkness | Blurr | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Transformers: The Movie | Blurr (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Starchaser: The Legend of Orin | Z'Gork (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Disneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Callahan | Phlofl | Flop | Similar → |
John Moschitta Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Moschitta Jr.?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Moschitta Jr. is "Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has John Moschitta Jr. acted in?
John Moschitta Jr. has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Moschitta Jr.?
Other notable films include "Woodstock: The Lost Performances", "Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime", and "Disneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration".