John Hancock
ActingAbout John Hancock
John Hancock was born on March 4, 1941 in Hazen, Arkansas, USA. He was an actor and director, known for Airplane II: The Sequel (1982), The In-Laws (1979) and Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987). He died on October 12, 1992 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
John Hancock Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Hancock reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Hancock's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of John Hancock'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 White Mama, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Hancock Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hancock's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Hancock has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Criminal Behavior | Lt. Wills | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat | Quinton Canada | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Bonfire of the Vanities | Reverend Bacon | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Why Me? | Tiny | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Collision Course | Lieutenant Ryerson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Traxx | Chief Emmett Decker | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big Business | Older Harlan | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Catch the Heat | ike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dead Aim | Talbot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Crossroads | Sheriff Tilford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Fortune Dane | Captain Jim Benson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Streets of Justice | Henry Brewer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | City Heat | Fat Freddy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Soldier's Story | Sergeant Washington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | 11th Victim | Capt. Long | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Tank | Mess Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | More Than Murder | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Girls of the White Orchid | Sergeant Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Deal of the Century | Baptist Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers | Judge Daugherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Sting II | Doc Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | In the Custody of Strangers | Judge Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Archer: Fugitive from the Empire | Baldor the World Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | ...All the Marbles | Big John Stanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | First Family | President Mazai Kulundra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Black Marble | Clarence Cromwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | White Mama | Tall Black Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | 10 | Dr. Croce | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The In-Laws | T Man #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Girl Who Saved the World | Gold Tooth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Foul Play | Coleman | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Cindy | Wilcox | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Cyrano de Begerac | Cut Purse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Brother John | Henry's Friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Monk | Charlie | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Hancock - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Hancock?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Hancock is "White Mama" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Hancock acted in?
John Hancock has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Hancock?
Other notable films include "The Monk", "Crossroads", and "Criminal Behavior".