Craig Richard Nelson
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Craig Richard Nelson (born September 17, 1947) is an American theater, film and television character actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article Craig Richard Nelson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Craig Richard Nelson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Craig Richard Nelson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Craig Richard Nelson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Craig Richard Nelson'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 Blood Sport, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Craig Richard Nelson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Craig Richard Nelson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Craig Richard Nelson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | The Rat Pack | Lewis Milestone | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Blown Away | Boston Pops Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Another You | Walt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Nick Knight | Fenner | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Honey, I Shrunk the Kids | Professor Frederickson | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Friends | The Businessman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Friends | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Bates Motel | Funeral Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | From the Hip | Witness (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | A Fine Mess | The Director (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Betrayed by Innocence | Warren Berman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The History of White People in America | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Chiller | Dr. Collier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Do You Remember Love | Richard Vogt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Malice in Wonderland | Radio Producer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | My Bodyguard | Griffith | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Small Circle of Friends | Harry Norris | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Quintet | Redstone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank | Hal Watson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Wedding | Capt. Reedley Roots | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | American Raspberry | Bud Schuler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Stick Around | Earl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | 3 Women | Doctor Maas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blood Sport | Michael Braun | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Paper Chase | Willis Bell | Hit | Similar → |
Craig Richard Nelson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Craig Richard Nelson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Craig Richard Nelson is "Blood Sport" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Craig Richard Nelson acted in?
Craig Richard Nelson has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Craig Richard Nelson?
Other notable films include "3 Women", "Malice in Wonderland", and "The Paper Chase".