Gerald Ford
ActingAbout Gerald Ford
Gerald Rudolph Ford was the 38th President of the United States. He became President upon the resignation of President Richard Nixon on August 9, 1974. Gerald Ford became Vice-President in 1973, after the resignation of Vice-President Spiro Agnew. He became the first President to have served both as President and Vice-President and was never elected to either office.
Gerald Ford Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gerald Ford reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gerald Ford's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 37% of Gerald Ford'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 The Presidents' Gatekeepers, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gerald Ford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gerald Ford's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gerald Ford has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Breakdown: 1975 | Self - 38th President of the United States (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Helsinki Effect | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Phenomenon | Self (voice) (archive sound) | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | FACE OF FIRE | (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | I Am Richard Pryor | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Agnelli | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Get Me Roger Stone | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | 13th | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Presidents' Gatekeepers | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Confessions From the Grassy Knoll: The Shocking Truth | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Reagan | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The President's Book of Secrets | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Hubert H. Humphrey: The Art of the Possible | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | How to Win the TV Debate | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Picturing the Presidents | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | All the Presidents' Wives | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Oswald's Ghost | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | ...So Goes the Nation | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Buddy | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | National Geographic: Inside the U.S. Secret Service | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Miracle | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | LSD a Go Go | Self - President of the USA (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Biography: Bob Hope: America's Entertainer | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Mondo Ford | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Grass | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Presidential Bloopers | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Inside the White House | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Fall of Saigon | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Shanks for the Memory | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | As it Happened: The Killing of Kennedy | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Murderers, Mobsters, & Madmen: Volume 2: Assassination in the 20th Century | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Air Force One: The Planes and the Presidents | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dorf's Golf Bible | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Broken Rainbow | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The War at Home | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Perfumed Nightmare | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Mickey's 50 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Network | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | All the President's Men | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Gerald R. Ford: A Test of Character | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Unelected Statesman | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Spartamerika | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
Gerald Ford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gerald Ford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gerald Ford is "The Presidents' Gatekeepers" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gerald Ford acted in?
Gerald Ford has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gerald Ford?
Other notable films include "13th", "The Helsinki Effect", and "Network".