Jeff Gillen

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

9Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jeff Gillen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Jeff Gillen's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jeff Gillen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Christmas Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jeff Gillen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jeff Gillen's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2

★7.2

A Christmas Story — The comic mishaps and adventures of a young boy named Ralph, trying to convince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a

A Christmas Story

1983•Comedy

★6.6

★6.6

Absence of Malice — Megan Carter is a reporter duped into running an untrue story on Michael Gallagher, a suspected racketeer. He has an ali

Absence of Malice

1981•Drama

★6.3

★6.3

Dead of Night — A young soldier who was thought to be killed in Vietnam returns home and exhibits disturbing behavior, much to the confu

Dead of Night

1974•Horror

★5.3

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things (1972) movie poster

★5.3

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things — Six actors go to a graveyard on a remote island to act out a necromantic ritual. The ritual works, and soon the dead are

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things

1972•Horror

★5.2

Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach (1988) movie poster

★5.2

Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach — The Police Academy misfits travel to Miami Beach for Commandant Lassard to be honored with a prestigious lifetime award

Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach

1988•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jeff Gillen.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1988	Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach	Thief's Victim	Flop	Similar →
1983	A Christmas Story	Santa Claus	Hit	Similar →
1981	Absence of Malice	Reporter	Hit	Similar →
1981	Nobody's Perfekt	Window Washer	Flop	Similar →
1974	Dead of Night	Bartender	Average	Similar →
1974	The Great Masquerade	Fancher	Flop	Similar →
1972	Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things	Jeff	Flop	Similar →
1967	She-Man: A Story of Fixation	-	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Wild Rebels	Fats	Flop	Similar →

Jeff Gillen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jeff Gillen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeff Gillen is "A Christmas Story" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Jeff Gillen acted in?

Jeff Gillen has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jeff Gillen?

Other notable films include "Absence of Malice", "Dead of Night", and "Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things".