John Herzfeld
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John Herzfeld is an American motion picture and television director, screenwriter, actor and producer. His feature film directing credits include Two of a Kind (1983), 2 Days in the Valley (1996), 15 Minutes (2001) and The Death and Life of Bobby Z (2007). He has also directed numerous made-for-television movies, including The Ryan White Story (1989), The Preppie Murder (1989), Casualties of Love: The Long Island Lolita Story (1993) and Don King: Only in America (1997) for which he was nominated for an Emmy and won the DGA award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Dramatic Specials. He won a Daytime Emmy Award for directing the 1980 ABC Afterschool Special titled Stoned. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Herzfeld, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
John Herzfeld Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Herzfeld reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Herzfeld's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of John Herzfeld'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 Sly, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Herzfeld Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Herzfeld's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Herzfeld has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sly | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Making of 'Rocky vs. Drago' | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Stallone: Frank, That Is | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Once I Was a Champion | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Ryan White Story | Florist | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | On Fire | Nico | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Cobra | Cho | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Shattered Spirits | Det. Pearlman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Victims | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Stoned | Doug | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Some Kind of Miracle | Hal Siegal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Cannonball | Sharpe | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Death Wish | Train Mugger #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Lieutenant Schuster's Wife | Junkie | Flop | Similar → |
John Herzfeld - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Herzfeld?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Herzfeld is "Sly" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has John Herzfeld acted in?
John Herzfeld has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Herzfeld?
Other notable films include "Death Wish", "The Ryan White Story", and "Cobra".