Jerry Goldsmith
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Jerry Goldsmith was an American music composer and conductor for film and television productions, best known for his scores of movies like "Planet of the Apes", "Papillon", "Alien", "Total Recall", "Basic Instinct", and also three "Rambo" films and five "Star Trek" films. He was nominated for six Grammy Awards, five Primetime Emmy Awards, nine Golden Globe Awards, four British Academy Film Awards, and eighteen Academy Awards (he won only one, in 1976, for the feature film "The Omen").
Jerry Goldsmith Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jerry Goldsmith reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jerry Goldsmith's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Jerry Goldsmith'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 Beast Within: Making Alien, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jerry Goldsmith Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jerry Goldsmith's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jerry Goldsmith has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Survival Scars: Franklin J. Schaffner as Auteur | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cute. Clever. Mischievous. Intelligent. Dangerous: Making Gremlins | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | North and the Music of the South | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Beast Within: Making Alien | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | 666: The Omen Revealed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Patton: A Tribute to Franklin J. Schaffner | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Film Music Masters: Jerry Goldsmith | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Hollywood Soundtrack Story | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | King Kong 60th Anniversary Special: "It was beauty killed the beast." | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Gremlins 2: The New Batch | Yogurt Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Gremlins | Pay-Phone Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Film Tribute Video Vol.2 | Desafio Total | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | In Harm's Way | Piano Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Jerry Goldsmith - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jerry Goldsmith?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jerry Goldsmith is "The Beast Within: Making Alien" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Jerry Goldsmith acted in?
Jerry Goldsmith has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jerry Goldsmith?
Other notable films include "Gremlins", "Cute. Clever. Mischievous. Intelligent. Dangerous: Making Gremlins", and "In Harm's Way".