
David Knell
ActingAbout David Knell
Best known for his roles as a goofy, callow youth in films like Spring Break, Splash, Total Recall, and Turner and Hooch, David is a veteran in the industry with a career that spans over four decades.
David Knell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Knell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Knell's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of David Knell'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 Life on the Mississippi, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Knell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Knell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Knell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sitra Achra | Freddy Nord | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | To Kill a Wolf | The Rancher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Pig | Finway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Brer Rabbit's Christmas Carol | (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Jailbirds | Baxter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | My Blue Heaven | Checker | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Total Recall | Ernie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Turner & Hooch | Ernie | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Chopper Chicks in Zombietown | Booge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Gidget's Summer Reunion | Albert Winslow | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | High School U.S.A. | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Splash | Claude | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | September Gun | Jason, Ben's Nephew | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Spring Break | Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Making Love | Michael | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Bitter Harvest | Brandon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Devil and Max Devlin | Nerve Nordlinger | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Christmas Without Snow | Terry | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Life on the Mississippi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Belle Starr | Ed Reed | Flop | Similar → |
David Knell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Knell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Knell is "Life on the Mississippi" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has David Knell acted in?
David Knell has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Knell?
Other notable films include "Jailbirds", "To Kill a Wolf", and "Total Recall".




