George Wendt - Actor Profile

George Wendt

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
8.6 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 17, 1948
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

About George Wendt

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. George Robert Wendt Jr. (October 17, 1948 – May 20, 2025) was an American actor, best known for the role of Norm Peterson on the television show Cheers. Description above from the Wikipedia article George Wendt, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of George Wendt 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: Comedy

The majority of George Wendt'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George Wendt remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best George Wendt Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from George Wendt's career based on audience ratings.

★8.6
Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour (1992) movie poster
★8.6

Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour — Michael Jackson's "Dangerous Tour" still sets the bar high for every touring artist today. Outdoing himself with the "Ba

Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour

1992•Music
★8.3
Love's Second Act (2024) movie poster
★8.3

Love's Second Act — Jamie is a filmmaker who needs inspiration to finish her screenplay after a studio buys the pitch. She finds it in ex-bo

Love's Second Act

2024•TV Movie
★8.2
'85: The Greatest Team in Football History (2016) movie poster
★8.2

'85: The Greatest Team in Football History — Through never-been-seen-before footage and fascinating interviews with key members of the 1985 Chicago Bears -- Mike Dit

'85: The Greatest Team in Football History

2016•Documentary
★8.0
Odessa or Bust (2001) movie poster
★8.0

Odessa or Bust — An old actor chronicles his not so successful Hollywood career as an aspiring actor.

Odessa or Bust

2001•Comedy
★7.5
Garfield on the Town (1983) movie poster
★7.5

Garfield on the Town — Garfield escapes from the car on a trip to the vet and finds the place where he grew up.

Garfield on the Town

1983•Animation

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George Wendt.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Love's Second Act - Super Hit Similar →
2021 The Independents Eduardo Average Similar →
2021 Aliens, Clowns & Geeks Father Mahoney Super Hit Similar →
2020 For Madmen Only: The Stories of Del Close Himself Hit Similar →
2020 The Climb Jim Average Similar →
2020 Stealing a Survivor Mr. Martin Average Similar →
2019 Christmas 9 to 5 Manny O'Quinn Hit Similar →
2019 Bliss Pops Average Similar →
2019 VFW Thomas Zabriski Average Similar →
2019 Grand-Daddy Day Care Big Lou Average Similar →
2017 Mommy I Didn't Do It D.A. Pierce Average Similar →
2016 '85: The Greatest Team in Football History Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 The Seven Year Hitch Mr. Henderson Average Similar →
2011 Color Me Obsessed: A Film About The Replacements Self Hit Similar →
2010 The Women of SNL Dominick (archive footage) Average Similar →
2009 Santa Buddies Santa Claus Average Similar →
2008 A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All! Santa Hit Similar →
2006 Family Harold Thompson Hit Similar →
2005 Edmond Pawn Shop Owner Average Similar →
2004 King of the Ants Duke Wayne Average Similar →
2003 Mayor of the Sunset Strip Self Hit Similar →
2001 Odessa or Bust The Chef Super Hit Similar →
2001 The Prime Gig Archie Average Similar →
2000 Wild About Harry Frankie Average Similar →
1999 Outside Providence Joey Average Similar →
1999 Alice in Wonderland Fred Tweedledee Average Similar →
1999 The Frasier Story Self Hit Similar →
1998 Monty Python: Live at Aspen Audience Member (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1997 Alien Avengers II Charlie Hit Similar →
1996 Alien Avengers Charlie Hit Similar →
1995 Bye Bye Birdie Harry MacAfee Average Similar →
1995 Shame II: The Secret Mac Average Similar →
1994 The Little Rascals Lumberyard Clerk Hit Similar →
1992 Forever Young Harry Finley Hit Similar →
1992 Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour Self - Dad in video Super Hit Similar →
1991 Guilty by Suspicion Bunny Baxter Hit Similar →
1990 Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special Self Average Similar →
1990 The Earth Day Special Norm Peterson Average Similar →
1988 Mickey's 60th Birthday Norm Peterson Hit Similar →
1988 Plain Clothes Chet Butler Average Similar →
1986 Gung Ho Buster Average Similar →
1985 House Harold Gorton Average Similar →
1985 Fletch Fat Sam Hit Similar →
1985 The Romance of Betty Boop Johnny Throat/Punchie (voice) Average Similar →
1984 Garfield in the Rough Ranger #2 (voice) Hit Similar →
1984 Dreamscape Charlie Prince Average Similar →
1983 Garfield on the Town Raoul / Member of the Claws (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1982 Airplane II: The Sequel Ticket Agent (uncredited) Average Similar →
1980 My Bodyguard Engineer Average Similar →
1978 A Wedding Caterer (uncredited) Average Similar →

George Wendt - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of George Wendt?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Wendt is "Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour" with a rating of 8.6/10.

How many movies has George Wendt acted in?

George Wendt has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by George Wendt?

Other notable films include "Love's Second Act", "'85: The Greatest Team in Football History", and "Odessa or Bust".