John Pleshette
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John Pleshette (born 27 July 1942) is an American actor and screenwriter.
John Pleshette Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Pleshette 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 Pleshette's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of John Pleshette'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 Truman Show, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Pleshette Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Pleshette's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Pleshette has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Kosher Pig | Paul Cohen | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Gentlemen Broncos | Merve | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Failures | Principal Holbrock | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Helter Skelter | Mr. Krenwinkle | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Detonator | Stuart Newman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | James Dean | Billy Rose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Truman Show | Network Executive | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Day Lincoln Was Shot | William Henry Seward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Murder One: Diary of a Serial Killer | Gary Blondo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Curse of Inferno | Mr. Wizzard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Born to Be Wild | Donald Carr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Percy & Thunder | Bill Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Eye of the Stranger | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Bloodlines: Murder in the Family | Neil Woodman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Deadly Game | Charley Sloan | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Vietnam Texas | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder in Paradise | Wagner Thorne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Paramedics | Doctor Lido | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Shattered Innocence | Mel Erman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Mrs. Delafield Wants to Marry | David Eilas | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Welcome Home, Bobby | John Hammill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stormin' Home | Al Singer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Malice in Wonderland | Tommy Gallep | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Micki & Maude | Hap Ludlow | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Burning Rage | Frank Vandenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Kid with the Broken Halo | Jeff McNulty | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | S.O.B. | Capitol Studios Vice-President | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Once Upon a Family | Willie Hedges | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Rocky II | Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Users | Kip Nathan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | House Calls | Theatrical Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Rocky | Aftershave Commercial Director (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Parades | Murray | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | End of the Road | Finkle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Her Name Was Ellie, His Name Was Lyle | Bruce | Flop | Similar → |
John Pleshette - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Pleshette?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Pleshette is "The Truman Show" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has John Pleshette acted in?
John Pleshette has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Pleshette?
Other notable films include "Rocky", "Rocky II", and "Malice in Wonderland".