Johnny Fain

Acting

Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

14Total Films

6.9 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johnny Fain 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 Johnny Fain'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 7% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johnny Fain remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Big Wednesday, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Johnny Fain Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Johnny Fain's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9

★6.9

Big Wednesday: Three 1960s California surfers fool around, drift apart and reunite years later to ride epic waves.

Big Wednesday

1978•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Psyche Out: The opening moments of "Psyche Out" introduce a young boy who craves the adventures achieved in the surf. The boy -- or

Psyche Out

1962

★5.9

★5.9

Beach Party: Anthropology Professor Robert Orwell Sutwell and his secretary Marianne are studying the sex habits of teenagers. The su

Beach Party

1963•Comedy

★5.8

★5.8

Beach Blanket Bingo: In the fourth of the highly successful Frankie and Annette beach party movies, a motorcycle gang led by Eric Von Zipper

Beach Blanket Bingo

1965•Music

★5.6

★5.6

Muscle Beach Party: Local beach-goers find that their beach has been taken over by a businessman training a stable of body builders.

Muscle Beach Party

1964•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johnny Fain.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1979	California Dreaming	Tenner	Flop	Similar →
1978	Big Wednesday	Breathman	Hit	Similar →
1976	The Beach Bunnies	Dennis	Flop	Similar →
1974	The Dicktator	The Jewish Dicktator	Flop	Similar →
1970	The Cosmic Children	-	Flop	Similar →
1967	Don't Make Waves	Surfer (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1965	How to Stuff a Wild Bikini	Beach Boy	Flop	Similar →
1965	Beach Blanket Bingo	Beach Boy	Average	Similar →
1964	Pajama Party	Pajama Boy	Flop	Similar →
1964	Bikini Beach	Surfer	Average	Similar →
1964	Muscle Beach Party	Surfer Boy	Average	Similar →
1964	Surf Party	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	Beach Party	Surfer	Average	Similar →
1962	Psyche Out	Himself	Average	Similar →

Johnny Fain - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Johnny Fain?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Fain is "Big Wednesday" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Johnny Fain acted in?

Johnny Fain has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Johnny Fain?

Other notable films include "Psyche Out", "Beach Party", and "Beach Blanket Bingo".