Francis Guinan
ActingAbout Francis Guinan
Francis V. Guinan Jr. (born November 17, 1951) is an American film, television and stage actor who is perhaps best known for his role as Edgar Teller the patriarch in the short-lived series Eerie, Indiana. The Council Bluffs, Iowa-born actor has made guest appearances in many notable television series including Grey's Anatomy, CSI: Miami, Law & Order, CSI: NY, Without a Trace, The Practice, Crossing Jordan, Star Trek: Enterprise, Star Trek: Voyager, That '70s Show, Nash Bridges, Sliders, Murder, She Wrote, Frasier, Mike & Molly and other series
Francis Guinan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Francis Guinan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Francis Guinan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Francis Guinan'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 Relative, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Francis Guinan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Francis Guinan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Francis Guinan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ghostlight | Janitor Fran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Another Happy Day | Delivery Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Relative | David Frank | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Later Days | Sarg | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Saint Frances | Dennis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Pizza Night | Ron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Abundant Acreage Available | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Evil Within | Dr. Preston | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Henry Gamble's Birthday Party | Larry Montgomery | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Killing Kennedy | Lyndon B. Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | All Good Things | Daniel Patrick Moynihan | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Last Airbender | Master Pakku | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Constantine | Father Garret | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Path to War | Nicholas Katzenbach | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Hannibal | FBI Asst. Director Noonan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | American Tragedy | Bill Hodgman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Guinevere | Alan Sloane | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Lansky | Senator Estes Kefauver | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | George Wallace | Klan Member #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Speed 2: Cruise Control | Rupert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Murder One: Diary of a Serial Killer | Steve McDermott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Dark Skies | Mark Simonson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Spring Awakening | Dr. Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Lies of the Heart: The Story of Laurie Kellogg | Dennis Bender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mortal Sins | Father Daniel Simmons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Shining Through | Andrew Berringer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Knight Rider 2000 | Dr. Jeffrey Glassman | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Grapes of Wrath | Mr. Wainwright and others | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Rock Hudson | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Preppie Murder | Kendris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Miles from Home | Tommy Malin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Serpent and the Rainbow | American Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Bedroom Window | Bartender at Edgar's | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Say Goodnight, Gracie | Bobby | Flop | Similar → |
Francis Guinan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Francis Guinan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Francis Guinan is "Relative" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Francis Guinan acted in?
Francis Guinan has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Francis Guinan?
Other notable films include "Dark Skies", "Ghostlight", and "Constantine".