David Ellison - Actor Profile

David Ellison

Production
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
5Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 9, 1983
Birth Place: Santa Clara, California, USA

About David Ellison

David Ellison (born January 9, 1983) is an American film producer serving as chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of Paramount Skydance since August 2025. He is the son of Oracle Corporation co-founder Larry Ellison, a centibillionaire. He founded Skydance Media in 2006 and served as its CEO until 2025, and has produced the films, including Terminator Genisys (2015), Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015), Life (2017), and Top Gun: Maverick (2022), with the latter nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Ellison, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

David Ellison Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Ellison reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of David Ellison's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 60% of David Ellison'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 Blank Slate, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best David Ellison Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Ellison's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie David Ellison has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2009 Little Fish, Strange Pond Romeo Flop Similar →
2009 Hole in One Tyler Hayden Flop Similar →
2008 Blank Slate Blake Feltzer Hit Similar →
2006 Flyboys Eddie Beagle Hit Similar →
2005 The Chumscrubber Student #1 Hit Similar →

David Ellison - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Ellison?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Ellison is "Blank Slate" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has David Ellison acted in?

David Ellison has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Ellison?

Other notable films include "Flyboys", "The Chumscrubber", and "Hole in One".

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