Joel Gretsch

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

18Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 20, 1963

Birth Place: St. Cloud, Minnesota, USA

About Joel Gretsch

Joel James Gretsch (height 5' 10" (1,78 m) born December 20, 1963) is an American actor. His roles include Tom Baldwin on the USA Network series The 4400, Capt./Maj./Col. Owen Crawford in the Steven Spielberg produced 2002 sci-fi miniseries Taken and Father Jack Landry on V.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joel Gretsch reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Joel Gretsch's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joel Gretsch remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Minority Report, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joel Gretsch Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joel Gretsch's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

Minority Report: John Anderton is a top 'Precrime' cop in the late-21st century, when technology can predict crimes before they're commit

Minority Report

2002•Sci-Fi

★7.3

★7.3

Air: Discover the game-changing partnership between a then undiscovered Michael Jordan and Nike's fledgling basketball divisi

Air

2023•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

The Emperor's Club: William Hundert is a passionate and principled Classics professor who finds his tightly-controlled world shaken and inex

The Emperor's Club

2002•Drama

★6.6

The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) movie poster

★6.6

The Legend of Bagger Vance: World War I has left golfer Rannulph Junuh a poker-playing alcoholic, his perfect swing gone. Now, however, he needs to

The Legend of Bagger Vance

2000•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Of Two Minds: Follows the story of the challenging relationship between Billie and her younger schizophrenic sister, Elizabeth Baby. A

Of Two Minds

2012•TV Movie

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joel Gretsch.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2023	Air	John O'Neil	Hit	Similar →
2018	A Father's Nightmare	Matt Carmichael	Flop	Similar →
2018	Do Unto Others	Pastor Adler	Flop	Similar →
2017	Dead Trigger	General Conlan	Flop	Similar →
2015	Safelight	Mr. Sullivan	Average	Similar →
2014	Zodiac	Neil Martin	Flop	Similar →
2013	Are You Here	Red Coulter	Flop	Similar →
2012	Of Two Minds	Rick Clark	Hit	Similar →
2011	Commerce	Ken	Flop	Similar →
2009	Shrink	Evan	Average	Similar →
2009	Saving Grace B. Jones	Dan Jones	Average	Similar →
2009	Push	Nick's Father	Average	Similar →
2007	National Treasure: Book of Secrets	Thomas Gates	Average	Similar →
2006	Glass House: The Good Mother	Raymond Goode	Average	Similar →
2002	The Emperor's Club	Sedgewick Bell (older)	Hit	Similar →
2002	Minority Report	Donald Doobin	Hit	Similar →
2000	The Legend of Bagger Vance	Bobby Jones	Hit	Similar →
1999	Kate's Addiction	Jack	Flop	Similar →

Joel Gretsch - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joel Gretsch?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joel Gretsch is "Minority Report" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Joel Gretsch acted in?

Joel Gretsch has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joel Gretsch?

Other notable films include "Air", "The Emperor's Club", and "The Legend of Bagger Vance".