
Josh Ruben
ActingAbout Josh Ruben
Joshua Benjamin Ruben (born June 30, 1983) is an award-winning actor, writer, and director whose feature film "SCARE ME" which he wrote, directed and starred alongside Aya Cash and Chris Redd, debuted at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Shudder, AMC's horror platform, bought the feature in advance of the festival premiere. For television, Josh directed sketches for "The Late Late Show" with James Corden and episodes of TruTV's "Adam Ruins Everything." As a commercial director, Josh helmed hundreds of spots for clients from Geico to Comedy Central, including a recent DiGiorno pizza campaign starring comedian Jay Pharoah. As one of the founding members of CollegeHumor's "Originals" department, Ruben has directed and/or starred in hundreds of comedic shorts, amassing views well into the billions. He recently directed and cameos in all 10 episodes of Funny or Die & Spotify's narrative podcast, "The Last Degree of Kevin Bacon." His second feature, "WEREWOLVES WITHIN" with Ubisoft Film and Television and Vanishing Angle producing, began production February 2020.
Josh Ruben Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Josh Ruben reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Josh Ruben's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 11% of Josh Ruben'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 Freddy Derryl, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Josh Ruben Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Josh Ruben's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Josh Ruben has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ugly Cry | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Heart Eyes | Movie Goer | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Blood Relatives | Roger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | A Wounded Fawn | Bruce Ernst | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Are You Happy Now | Adam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Plan B | Philip Peterson | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Pare | Dan | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Scare Me | Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Greener Grass | Swim Coach | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Unlovable | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | TK630 | Scout Trooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Freddy Derryl | Freddy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | What Children Do | Pat | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | See You Around | Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Donald and Jess | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Worst Friends | Marky | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | For a Good Time, Call... | Lamp Guy | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Obvious Child | Joe | Average | Similar → |
Josh Ruben - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Josh Ruben?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Josh Ruben is "Freddy Derryl" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Josh Ruben acted in?
Josh Ruben has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Josh Ruben?
Other notable films include "What Children Do", "Obvious Child", and "Heart Eyes".




