Jonathan Tiersten
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jonathan Tiersten (born August 11, 1965) is an American actor and singer, who is mostly known for his role as Ricky Thomas in the 1983 cult classic Sleepaway Camp. He reprised the role in the 2008 sequel Return to Sleepaway Camp. In between acting Jonathan took to music, fronting a number of bands, mostly based out of the Fort Collins, Colorado area. Tiersten is currently the lead singer of his own band, Ten Tiers and composed the score to a short starring David Krumholtz (from the TV series Numb3rs). Tiersten also starred in the 2012 film The Perfect House in which he played a serial killer named John Doesy and the upcoming (as of May 2014) thriller film Redemption which co-stars George Loros (Buffalo Ray Curto from The Sopranos) and Meredith Ostrom (Love Actually). Tiersten also composed the theme song for The Perfect House and contributed to the soundtrack of Redemption. Tiersten's 2011 EP We'll See, released by Edward Records, is his most critically acclaimed album to date, finishing third in Magnet magazine's most anticipated albums list. Shakefire.com called the album "surprising" and "simply amazing", rating it 4 out of 4 stars.
Jonathan Tiersten Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jonathan Tiersten reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jonathan Tiersten's work falls within the Horror genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 7% of Jonathan Tiersten'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 At the Waterfront After the Social: The Legacy of Sleepaway Camp, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jonathan Tiersten Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jonathan Tiersten's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jonathan Tiersten has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Time's Up! | Gene | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Last American Horror Show: Volume II | Captain Strike | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Toilet Zombie Baby Strikes Back | Eric Sommers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Lake of Shadows | Alex Kintner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Terror Tales | The Sledgehammer (segment "Radical Video") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Horror Icon: Inside Michael's Mask with Tony Moran | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Blood Reservoir | Ricky Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | At the Waterfront After the Social: The Legacy of Sleepaway Camp | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sleepaway Camp IV: The Survivor | Ricky (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Perfect House | John Doesy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Return to Sleepaway Camp | Ricky | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Seasonal Differences | Jason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sleepaway Camp | Ricky | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Dracula's War | Logan Talbot | Flop | Similar → |
Jonathan Tiersten - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jonathan Tiersten?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jonathan Tiersten is "At the Waterfront After the Social: The Legacy of Sleepaway Camp" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Jonathan Tiersten acted in?
Jonathan Tiersten has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jonathan Tiersten?
Other notable films include "Sleepaway Camp", "Return to Sleepaway Camp", and "Time's Up!".