Cliff Gorman
ActingAbout Cliff Gorman
Cliff Gorman was an American stage and screen actor. He won an Obie award in 1968 for the stage presentation of The Boys in the Band, and went on to reprise his role in the 1970 film version. Gorman and his wife cared for his fellow The Boys in the Band cast member Robert La Tourneaux in the last few months of his battle against AIDS, until La Tourneaux's death on June 3, 1986 Gorman died of leukemia in 2002, aged 65, although his final film, Kill the Poor, was not released until 2003. He was survived by his wife, Gayle Gorman.
Cliff Gorman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cliff Gorman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cliff Gorman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Cliff Gorman'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 Paradise Lost, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cliff Gorman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cliff Gorman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cliff Gorman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Kill the Poor | Yakov | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | King of the Jungle | Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai | Sonny Valerio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The '60s | Father Daniel Berrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Down Came a Blackbird | Nick the Greek | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Janek: The Silent Betrayal | Greenburg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Forget-Me-Not Murders | Aaron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hoffa | Solly Stein | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Night and the City | Phil Nasseros | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Terror on Track 9 | Sgt. Aaron Greenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Vestige of Honor | Sanderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder Times Seven | Aaron Greenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder in Black and White | Aaron Greenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Making a Case for Murder | Bernstein | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Internal Affairs | Aaron Greenberg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Doubletake | Aaron Greenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Angel | Lt. Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Cocaine and Blue Eyes | Riki Anatole | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Bunker | Joseph Goebbels | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Night of the Juggler | Gus Soltic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | All That Jazz | Davis Newman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | An Unmarried Woman | Charlie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Having Babies II | Arthur Magee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Brinks: The Great Robbery | Danny Conforti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Silence | Stanley Greenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Strike Force | Det. Joey Gentry | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Rosebud | Yafet Hemlekh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Cops and Robbers | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Class of '63 | Mickey Swerner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Paradise Lost | Kewpie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Chicago Conspiracy Trial | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Boys in the Band | Emory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Justine | Toto | Flop | Similar → |
Cliff Gorman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cliff Gorman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cliff Gorman is "Paradise Lost" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Cliff Gorman acted in?
Cliff Gorman has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cliff Gorman?
Other notable films include "Down Came a Blackbird", "All That Jazz", and "Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai".