Jon Gries
ActingAbout Jon Gries
An American actor, writer and director. He is known for his role in Napoleon Dynamite as Uncle Rico, and more recently "Lost" as Roger Linus, "Taken" as Casey, and "The Pretender" as Broots. From early roles like Lazlo Hollyfeld in "Real Genius" to the suspicious Greg Hunt in "White Lotus" his career spans across genres, showcasing his talent in both comedic and dramatic roles.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jon Gries reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jon Gries'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jon Gries remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Durant's Never Closes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jon Gries Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jon Gries's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jon Gries.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Wish Upon a Unicorn | Bud | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Time Warp Vol. 3: Comedy and Camp | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Glass Jaw | Sam Austin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | You're So Cool, Brewster! The Story of Fright Night | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Operation Chromite | Hoyt Vandenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Operation Chromite | Gen Hoyt Vandenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Durant's Never Closes | Dizzy Dean | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Endgame | Principal Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pass the Light | Franklin | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Americons | Billy | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Taken 3 | Mark Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Last Survivors | Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Locker 13 | Archie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Faults | Terry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Noobz | Greg Lipstein | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Taken 2 | Mark Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Five Time Champion | Melvin Glee | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Smell of Success | Early Dunchamp | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Natural Selection | Peter | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Elsewhere | Mr. Tod | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Taken | Mark Casey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | American Pastime | Ed Tully | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Astronaut Farmer | FBI Agent Killbourne | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Stick It | Brice Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Sasquatch Gang | Chilcutt | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Waterborne | Ritter | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Napoleon Dynamite | Uncle Rico | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Rundown | Harvey | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Snow Walker | Pierce | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Northfork | Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Big Empty | Elron | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Beatnicks | B Cool | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Pretender: Island of the Haunted | Broots | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Jackpot | Sunny Holiday / Glen Allen Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Pretender 2001 | Broots | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Twin Falls Idaho | Lawyer Jay Harrison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Men in Black | Van Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Casualties | Bill Summers | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Race Against Time: The Search for Sarah | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Get Shorty | Ronnie Wingate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Grifters | Drunk's Friend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Kill Me Again | Alan Swayzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Fright Night Part 2 | Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Monster Squad | Desperate Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Running Scared | Det. Tony Montoya | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | TerrorVision | OD | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Real Genius | Lazlo Hollyfeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Sunnyside | Wild Child | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Helter Skelter | William Garretson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Will Penny | Horace | Hit | Similar → |
Jon Gries - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jon Gries?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jon Gries is "Durant's Never Closes" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Jon Gries acted in?
Jon Gries has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jon Gries?
Other notable films include "Taken", "Men in Black", and "The Pretender 2001".