
Holmes Osborne
ActingAbout Holmes Osborne
Holmes Osborne (born November 7, 1947) is an American character actor who has worked in film and television, including notable roles in That Thing You Do! (1996), Donnie Darko (2001) and Southland Tales (2007).
Holmes Osborne Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Holmes Osborne reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Holmes Osborne's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Holmes Osborne'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 Donnie Darko, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Holmes Osborne Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Holmes Osborne's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Holmes Osborne has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Rules Don't Apply | Cappy | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Fun Size | Mr. Brueder | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Larry Crowne | David Busik | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Disconnect | Russell Simmons | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Unthinkable | General Paulson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Box | Dick Burns | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | All About Steve | Soloman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Southland Tales | Senator Bobby Frost | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Comebacks | Man in Suit | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Meet Bill | Mr. Jacoby | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Dragon Wars: D-War | Hypnotherapist | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Air Buddies | Selkirk Tander | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Walkout | Principal Ingles | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story | Doc Fleming | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Lot Like Love | Stephen Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Confessions of an Action Star | Richard Orchid | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie | Director | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy | Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cheaper by the Dozen | Nick Gerhard | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | A Carol Christmas | Hal | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Big Wide World of Carl Laemke | Dick Tyson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Identity | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Waking Up in Reno | Doc Tuley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Quiet American | Bill Granger | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Windtalkers | Colonel Hollings | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Domestic Disturbance | Shady Tree Motel Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Living in Missouri | Uncle Roy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Deep End | Loan Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Donnie Darko | Eddie Darko | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bring It On | Bruce Shipman | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Miracle in Lane 2 | Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Election | Dick Metzler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Mod Squad | Pete's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The White River Kid | Fergus Kenrod | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Affliction | Gordon LaRiviere | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | How to Make the Cruelest Month | Dean Rice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | That Thing You Do! | Mr. Patterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Murder Ordained | TV Evangelist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Nice Girls Don't Explode | Dick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Student Body | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
Holmes Osborne - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Holmes Osborne?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Holmes Osborne is "Donnie Darko" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Holmes Osborne acted in?
Holmes Osborne has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Holmes Osborne?
Other notable films include "Identity", "Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story", and "Election".




