Harry Northup
ActingHarry Northup Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harry Northup reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harry Northup's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Harry Northup'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 Silence of the Lambs, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harry Northup Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harry Northup's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harry Northup has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | That Guy Dick Miller | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Manchurian Candidate | Congressman Flores | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Brokedown Palace | Leon Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Beloved | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fathers' Day | Reno Jail Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Colony | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Reform School Girl | Uncle Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Bad Girls | Preacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Philadelphia | Juror | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hero | Mr. Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Unlawful Entry | McMurtry, Desk Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Silence of the Lambs | Mr. Bimmel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Nowhere to Run | Rayford Satterwhite | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Kansas | Governor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Project X | Congressman | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Deliberate Stranger | Tom Hargreaves | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Hard to Hold | Limo Driver #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | 11th Victim | Officer Thorpe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Swing Shift | New Year's Eve Marine #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Nickel Mountain | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Heart Like a Wheel | Trooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Day the Bubble Burst | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Used Cars | Carmine | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Tom Horn | Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Rose | Skinny Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Over the Edge | Doberman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Maneaters Are Loose! | John Pennington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Blue Collar | Hank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | New York, New York | Alabama | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Citizens Band | The Red Baron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Fighting Mad | Sherrif Len Skerritt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Taxi Driver | Doughboy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Crazy Mama | FBI Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore | Joe & Jim's Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The All-American Boy | Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Boxcar Bertha | Harvey Hall | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Star Spangled Girl | Cowboy on Bus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Who's That Knocking at My Door | Harry | Average | Similar → |
Harry Northup - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harry Northup?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry Northup is "The Silence of the Lambs" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Harry Northup acted in?
Harry Northup has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harry Northup?
Other notable films include "Taxi Driver", "Philadelphia", and "Blue Collar".