John Matuszak
ActingAbout John Matuszak
John Daniel Tooz Matuszak was an American football defensive lineman in the National Football League and also an actor. Matuszak was born in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. He attended the University of Tampa and played for their football team. Matuszak also played for the Houston Oilers of the NFL and joined the Houston Texans of the World Football League, but never played for them. His first major role as an actor was in the 1979 movie "North Dallas Forty" as a football player. He also appeared in the movies "Caveman", "The Ice Pirates", and "One Crazy Summer" but is known for his role in "The Goonies". He also had guest appearances on popular TV shows "Perfect Strangers", "M*A*S*H", "The Dukes of Hazzard", "Hunter", "Silver Spoons", "The A-Team", "1st & Ten", "Miami Vice" and "Cheers". He died on June 17, 1989 aged 38 due to a heart failure.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Matuszak reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of John Matuszak's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Matuszak remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Goonies, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Matuszak Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Matuszak's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Matuszak.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Down the Drain | Jed Stewart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Ghost Writer | Chuck Aaron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | One Man Force | Jake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Dirty Dozen: The Fatal Mission | Fred Collins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Joe Piscopo Halloween Party | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | One Crazy Summer | Stain | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Charlie Barnett's Terms of Enrollment | TV Spokesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Darlin' Clementine | Mountain Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Command 5 | Kowalski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Goonies | Sloth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Half Nelson | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Ice Pirates | Killjoy | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Caveman | Tonda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | North Dallas Forty | O. W. Shaddock | Hit | Similar → |
John Matuszak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Matuszak?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Matuszak is "The Goonies" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has John Matuszak acted in?
John Matuszak has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Matuszak?
Other notable films include "North Dallas Forty", "Caveman", and "One Crazy Summer".