Fred Gwynne
ActingAbout Fred Gwynne
Fred Gwynne (July 10, 1926–July 2, 1993) was an American actor. He was best known for his roles in the 1960s sitcoms “Car 54, Where Are You?” and “The Munsters,” as well as his later roles in the films “The Cotton Club,” “Pet Sematary,” and “My Cousin Vinny.” He passed away from pancreatic cancer at age 66 in 1993.
Fred Gwynne Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fred Gwynne reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 44 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fred Gwynne's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Fred Gwynne'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 Paradise Lost, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fred Gwynne Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fred Gwynne's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fred Gwynne has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Auto-Tune the Munsters: A Rock Opera | Herman Munster (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Waking Sleeping Beauty | Herman Munster (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Munsters: Family Portrait | Herman Munster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Al Lewis: Forever Grandpa | Herman Munster (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Lincoln | Edwin Stanton (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | My Cousin Vinny | Judge Chamberlain Haller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Shadows and Fog | Hacker's Follower | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Earthday Birthday | Fred the Moose (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder in Black and White | Brannigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Pet Sematary | Jud Crandall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Disorganized Crime | Max Green | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ironweed | Oscar Reo | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Ten-Year Lunch | George S. Kaufman (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Fatal Attraction | Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret of My Success | Donald Davenport | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Murder by the Book | Victor Greville | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Christmas Star | Waters | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Boy Who Could Fly | Uncle Hugo | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vanishing Act | Father Macklin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Off Beat | The Commissioner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Water | Spender | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Cotton Club | Frenchy Demange | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Mysterious Stranger | Balthasar Hoffman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Any Friend of Nicholas Nickleby Is a Friend of Mine | Charles Dickens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | So Fine | Chairman Lincoln | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Munsters' Revenge | Herman Munster | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg | Rev. Burgess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Simon | Maj. Gen. Korey | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Luna | Douglas Winter | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Sanctuary of Fear | Judge Potter | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Captains Courageous | Long Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Bound for Freedom | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Harvey | Cab Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Dames at Sea | Hennesy | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Paradise Lost | Mr. Pike | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Littlest Angel | Patience, the Guardian Angel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Arsenic and Old Lace | Jonathan Brewster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Antkeeper | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Munster, Go Home! | Herman Munster | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Salute to Stan Laurel | Herman Munster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Marineland Carnival: The Munsters Visit Marineland | Herman Munster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | On the Waterfront | Slim (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Escape From Limbo | Tallow Pot Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
Fred Gwynne - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fred Gwynne?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fred Gwynne is "Paradise Lost" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fred Gwynne acted in?
Fred Gwynne has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fred Gwynne?
Other notable films include "The Mysterious Stranger", "The Munsters: Family Portrait", and "On the Waterfront".