Dean Wareham - Actor Profile

Dean Wareham

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Updated: Apr 11, 2026
14Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 1, 1963
Birth Place: Wellington, New Zealand

Dean Wareham Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Dean Wareham reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 36% of Dean Wareham'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 Marriage Story, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Dean Wareham Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dean Wareham's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
Marriage Story (2019) movie poster
★7.7

Marriage Story: A stage director and an actress struggle through a grueling, coast-to-coast divorce that pushes them to their personal e

Marriage Story

2019•Drama
★7.3
Frances Ha (2013) movie poster
★7.3

Frances Ha: An aspiring dancer moves to New York City and becomes caught up in a whirlwind of flighty fair-weather friends, diminish

Frances Ha

2013•Comedy
★7.0
The Squid and the Whale (2005) movie poster
★7.0

The Squid and the Whale: Based on the true childhood experiences of Noah Baumbach and his brother, The Squid and the Whale tells the touching sto

The Squid and the Whale

2005•Comedy
★6.7
Other Music (2019) movie poster
★6.7

Other Music: A documentary highlighting the 20 year history of influential indie record store Other Music in Manhattan's East Village

Other Music

2019•Documentary
★6.5
Mistress America (2015) movie poster
★6.5

Mistress America: A college freshman cures her disappointment and loneliness by allowing herself to be pulled into the wacky schemes of he

Mistress America

2015•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Dean Wareham has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Jay Kelly Mourner Average Similar →
2022 White Noise Boy Scout Camp Singer Average Similar →
2019 Marriage Story Cinematographer Super Hit Similar →
2019 Other Music Self Hit Similar →
2015 Mistress America Harold Hit Similar →
2015 While We're Young Shaman Average Similar →
2013 Frances Ha Spencer Hit Similar →
2012 Price Check Himself Flop Similar →
2007 Pumpkin Hell Mick Flop Similar →
2006 Tell Me Do You Miss Me: A Film About Luna Self Flop Similar →
2005 The Squid and the Whale Talent Show Audience Member (uncredited) Hit Similar →
2003 Piggie Nile Flop Similar →
2002 Highball Jessie Flop Similar →
1998 Mr. Jealousy Music Video Director Average Similar →

Dean Wareham - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dean Wareham?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dean Wareham is "Marriage Story" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Dean Wareham acted in?

Dean Wareham has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dean Wareham?

Other notable films include "Frances Ha", "The Squid and the Whale", and "Other Music".

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