John Wilson
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John Wilson is an American documentary filmmaker. He was born in Astoria, Queens, and grew up on Long Island. In 2008, after graduating from college, Wilson worked for a private investigator. In 2015, Wilson was asked to go on tour with David Byrne to make an original film titled Temporary Color about his performance. In 2020, his six-part documentary series How To with John Wilson premiered on HBO.
John Wilson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Wilson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Wilson's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of John Wilson'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 How to Clean a Cast Iron Pan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Wilson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Wilson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Wilson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The History of Concrete | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | My Morning with Magic Mike | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Aqua Teen Forever: Plantasm | Amazin' Board Member (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Los Angeles Plays New York | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | New Cops | John Zee | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | How to Walk to Manhattan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | How to Live with Bed Bugs | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | How to Clean a Cast Iron Pan | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | People Parade | Johnny Silvers | Flop | Similar → |
John Wilson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Wilson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Wilson is "How to Clean a Cast Iron Pan" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has John Wilson acted in?
John Wilson has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Wilson?
Other notable films include "Los Angeles Plays New York", "Aqua Teen Forever: Plantasm", and "My Morning with Magic Mike".