Charles Matthau
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Charles Matthau (b. 1962, New York City), is a film and television director and actor and the son of actor Walter Matthau. He appeared as a child actor alongside his father in such films as Charley Varrick (1973), The Bad News Bears (1976) and House Calls (1978). Among his directorial projects have been The Grass Harp, from a novella by Truman Capote, and the made-for-TV movie The Marriage Fool, both of which starred his father. He also directed Doin' Time on Planet Earth (1988), Her Minor Thing (2005) and Baby-O (2009). "Charlie" Matthau was named after famed actor Charlie Chaplin, a personal friend of his father. Description above from the Wikipedia article Charles Matthau, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Charles Matthau Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Matthau reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Matthau's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Charles Matthau'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 Charley Varrick, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Matthau Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Matthau's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Matthau has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Never Be Boring: Billy Wilder | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films | Self - Filmmaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Freaky Deaky | Groovy Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Ghost Town: The Movie | Doc Morrison | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Going Shopping | Sarcastic Boyfriend (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | An Ordinary Killer | Detective Mark Peyton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Hanging Up | Young Lou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Marriage Fool | Salesperson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Walter Matthau: Diamond in the Rough | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Number One Fan | Scotty Youngman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Mrs. Lambert Remembers Love | Partner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Doin' Time on Planet Earth | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Stingiest Man in Town | The Boy (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | House Calls | Michael Atkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Bad News Bears | Athletic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Charley Varrick | Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | The Book of Leah | Psychiatric Patient | Flop | Similar → |
Charles Matthau - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Matthau?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Matthau is "Charley Varrick" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Charles Matthau acted in?
Charles Matthau has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Matthau?
Other notable films include "Never Be Boring: Billy Wilder", "Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films", and "The Bad News Bears".