John Rue

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

13Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

About John Rue

John Rue is an actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Rue reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of John Rue's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 62% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Rue remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Departed, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John Rue Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Rue's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2

★8.2

The Departed: To take down South Boston's Irish Mafia, the police send in one of their own to infiltrate the underworld, not realizing

The Departed

2006•Drama

★7.6

★7.6

The Irishman: Pennsylvania, 1956. Frank Sheeran, a war veteran of Irish origin who works as a truck driver, accidentally meets mobster

The Irishman

2019•Crime

★7.2

★7.2

Bridge of Spies: During the Cold War, the Soviet Union captures U.S. pilot Francis Gary Powers after shooting down his U-2 spy plane. Sen

Bridge of Spies

2015•Thriller

★7.2

The Devil All the Time (2020) movie poster

★7.2

The Devil All the Time: In Knockemstiff, Ohio and its neighboring backwoods, sinister characters converge around young Arvin Russell as he fight

The Devil All the Time

2020•Crime

★7.0

★7.0

Labor Day: Two strangers are drawn together under incredible circumstances. What starts as an unforeseen encounter over a long holi

Labor Day

2013•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Rue.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2021	Things Heard & Seen	Marine Worker	Average	Similar →
2020	The Devil All the Time	Newscaster	Hit	Similar →
2019	The Irishman	Senator McClellan	Super Hit	Similar →
2017	The Post	Gene Patterson	Hit	Similar →
2015	Bridge of Spies	Lynn Goodnough	Hit	Similar →
2014	They Came Together	Bartender	Average	Similar →
2013	Labor Day	Highway Patrolman	Hit	Similar →
2010	You Don't Know Jack	Ray Good	Hit	Similar →
2009	Against the Current	Dock Man	Average	Similar →
2008	The Accidental Husband	Fireman Dispatcher	Average	Similar →
2006	The Departed	Luncheonette Proprietor	Super Hit	Similar →
2005	The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie	Thomas' Dad	Flop	Similar →
2004	Imaginary Heroes	Hal	Hit	Similar →

John Rue - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Rue?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Rue is "The Departed" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has John Rue acted in?

John Rue has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John Rue?

Other notable films include "The Irishman", "Bridge of Spies", and "The Devil All the Time".