
Denis O'Hare
ActingAbout Denis O'Hare
Denis O'Hare (born January 17, 1962) is an American stage and screen actor, best known for his roles in the plays Take Me Out and Sweet Charity, for his portrayal of vampire Russell Edgington on the series True Blood and his different roles on American Horror Story, and for his supporting roles in such films as Milk, Changeling, and Dallas Buyers Club.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Denis O'Hare reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Denis O'Hare's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Denis O'Hare remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 5,000 Feet Is the Best, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Denis O'Hare Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Denis O'Hare's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Denis O'Hare.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Price of Money: A Largo Winch Adventure | Dwight Cochrane | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Infinite Storm | Dave | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Postcard Killings | Simon Haysmith | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Swallow | Erwin William | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Day Shall Come | Andy | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Goldfinch | Lucius Reeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bottom of the 9th | Officer Lonergan | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Late Night | Brad | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Private Life | Dr. Dordick | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Lizzie | John Morse | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Danger One | Craddock | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Novitiate | Archbishop | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Edgar Allan Poe: Buried Alive | Edgar Allan Poe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Starring Austin Pendleton | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Town that Dreaded Sundown | Charles B. Pierce, Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Judge | Doc Morris | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Normal Heart | Hiram Keebler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Dallas Buyers Club | Dr. Sevard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | C.O.G. | Jon | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Behind the Fright: The Making of American Horror Story | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | J. Edgar | Albert Osborne | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Eagle | Lotorius | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | 5,000 Feet Is the Best | Pilot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Edge of Darkness | Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Proposal | Mr. Gilbertson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Duplicity | Duke Monahan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | An Englishman in New York | Phillip Steele | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Milk | John Briggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Changeling | Dr. Jonathan Steele | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Quarantine | Randy | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Babysitters | Stan Lyner | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Baby Mama | Dr. Manheim | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Charlie Wilson's War | Harold Holt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Awake | Financial News Analyst | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Michael Clayton | Mr. Greer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | A Mighty Heart | John Bussey | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Stephanie Daley | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Rocket Science | Doyle Hefner | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Half Nelson | Jimbo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Once Upon A Mattress | Prince Dauntless | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Derailed | Jerry the Lawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Heights | Andrew | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Garden State | Albert | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | 21 Grams | Dr. Rothberg | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Anniversary Party | Ryan Rose | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Winds of Change | Keating | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Acting Class | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Sweet and Lowdown | Jake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Saint Maybe | Reverend Emmett | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | River Red | Father | Hit | Similar → |
Denis O'Hare - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Denis O'Hare?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Denis O'Hare is "5,000 Feet Is the Best" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Denis O'Hare acted in?
Denis O'Hare has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Denis O'Hare?
Other notable films include "Behind the Fright: The Making of American Horror Story", "Dallas Buyers Club", and "The Normal Heart".



