Danny Strong
ActingAbout Danny Strong
Daniel William Strong (born June 6, 1974) is an American actor, film and television writer, director, and producer. As an actor, he is best known for his roles as Jonathan Levinson in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Doyle McMaster in Gilmore Girls. He also wrote the screenplays for Recount, the HBO adaptation Game Change, Lee Daniels' The Butler, and co-wrote the two-part finale of The Hunger Games film trilogy, Mockingjay – Part 1 and Mockingjay – Part 2. Strong also is a co-creator, executive producer, director, and writer for the Fox series Empire and created, wrote and directed the award-winning Hulu miniseries Dopesick. He has won two Emmy Awards, two Writers Guild of America Awards, a Producers Guild of America Award, and a NAACP Image Award.
Danny Strong Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Danny Strong reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Danny Strong's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 37% of Danny Strong'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 The Butler, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Danny Strong Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Danny Strong's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Danny Strong has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping | Perspective Manipulator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Knight of Cups | Danny Strong | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Butler | Freedom Bus Journalist | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Weather Girl | Kurt | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Robbin' in da Hood | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bad Guys | Ashley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Sydney White | Gurkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Veritas, Prince of Truth | Raymond Wilkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Life Is Short | Mike | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Outside Sales | Toby | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Seabiscuit | Young Jockey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | New Suit | Greg | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Asylum Days | Yann's Assistant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Shriek If You Know What I Did Last Friday the Thirteenth | Boner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Perpetrators of the Crime | Phil | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Pleasantville | Juke Box Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Prophecy II | Julian | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Dangerous Minds | Student | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Losing Lois Lane | Robin the Boy Wonder | Flop | Similar → |
Danny Strong - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Danny Strong?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Danny Strong is "The Butler" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Danny Strong acted in?
Danny Strong has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Danny Strong?
Other notable films include "Pleasantville", "Seabiscuit", and "Dangerous Minds".