
John Rothman
ActingAbout John Rothman
John Mahr Rothman (born June 3, 1949) is an American film, television, and stage actor.
John Rothman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Rothman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Rothman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 48% of John Rothman'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 Real American, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Rothman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Rothman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Rothman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire | Library Administrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Call Jane | Director McDonald | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Small Engine Repair | Mr. Walker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Nocturne | Roger | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Cleanin' Up the Town: Remembering Ghostbusters | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bombshell | Martin Hyman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Report | Senator Sheldon Whitehouse | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Good Kids | Mr. Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Real American | Stanley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Northern Borders | Judge Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | That Awkward Moment | Chelsea's Dad | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter | Jefferson Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Game Change | A.B. Culvahouse | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | According to Greta | Edgar | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Adam | Beranbaum | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Day the Earth Stood Still | Dr. Myron | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Synecdoche, New York | Dentist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Enchanted | Carl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Reservation Road | Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Arranged | Matan Meshenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Hoax | Puffy Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Devil Wears Prada | Editor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | United 93 | Edward P. Felt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Prime | Jack Bloomberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | I ♥ Huckabees | Corporate Board | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Door in the Floor | Minty O'Hare | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Good Night Valentino | H.L. Mencken | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The First $20 Million Is Always the Hardest | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Kate & Leopold | Executive #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Pollock | Harold Rosenberg | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Dinner Rush | Gary Lieberman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Siege | Congressman Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hostile Waters | Aurora Exec. Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Devil's Advocate | Broygo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Picture Perfect | Jim Davenport | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Jingle All the Way | Mall Toy Store Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Associate | Jogging Track Executive | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Copycat | Andy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Gettysburg | Maj. Gen. John F. Reynolds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Where the Rivers Flow North | The Lawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Boy Who Cried Bitch | Stokes | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Separate But Equal | NAACP Attorney Jack Greenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | See You in the Morning | Veterinarian | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big | Phil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Heartburn | Jonathan Rice | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Purple Rose of Cairo | Mr. Hirsch's Lawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Ghostbusters | Library Administrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Zelig | Paul Deghuee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Sophie's Choice | Librarian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Stardust Memories | Jack Abel | Hit | Similar → |
John Rothman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Rothman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Rothman is "The Real American" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Rothman acted in?
John Rothman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Rothman?
Other notable films include "Ghostbusters", "Synecdoche, New York", and "The Devil's Advocate".




