Daniel Petrie Jr. - Actor Profile

Daniel Petrie Jr.

Writing
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
2Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 30, 1952
Birth Place: Canada

About Daniel Petrie Jr.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Daniel Petrie, Jr. (born 1952), the son of Daniel Petrie, Sr., is perhaps best known as the one of the screenwriters of the mid-1980s hit movie, Beverly Hills Cop and The Big Easy as well as the director of Toy Soldiers. He is currently (October 2004) president of the western chapter of the Writers Guild of America. Description above from the Wikipedia article Daniel Petrie, Jr., licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.    

Daniel Petrie Jr. Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Daniel Petrie Jr. reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Daniel Petrie Jr.'s work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Daniel Petrie Jr.'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 Tinsel - The Lost Movie About Hollywood, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Daniel Petrie Jr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Daniel Petrie Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Daniel Petrie Jr. has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 Tinsel - The Lost Movie About Hollywood Self Super Hit Similar →
1992 The Distinguished Gentleman Asbestos Lobbyist Average Similar →

Daniel Petrie Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Daniel Petrie Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daniel Petrie Jr. is "Tinsel - The Lost Movie About Hollywood" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Daniel Petrie Jr. acted in?

Daniel Petrie Jr. has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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