Jack McDermott

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

11Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 9, 1893

Birth Place: Green River, Wyoming, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jack McDermott reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Jack McDermott's filmography leans towards the Action 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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jack McDermott remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Odds and Evens, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jack McDermott Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jack McDermott's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Odds and Evens — A bumbling government agent recruits a trucker whose gambling knowledge can help crack an illegal Florida operation.

Odds and Evens

1978•Comedy

★6.6

★6.6

The Final Countdown — During routine manoeuvres near Hawaii in 1980, the aircraft-carrier USS Nimitz is caught in a strange vortex-like storm,

The Final Countdown

1980•War

★6.5

★6.5

Cocoon: The Return — The reinvigorated elderly group that left Earth comes back to visit their relatives. Will they all decide to go back to

Cocoon: The Return

1988•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Super Fuzz — While delivering a parking ticket to a small village in the Florida everglades, Officer Dave Speed finds himself in the

Super Fuzz

1980•Fantasy

★6.4

★6.4

Miami Supercops — In 1978, $20 million was stolen from a Detroit bank. One of the robbers was caught, one was found dead, and the third di

Miami Supercops

1985•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jack McDermott.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1988	Primal Rage	Police Chief	Flop	Similar →
1988	Cocoon: The Return	Spectator	Hit	Similar →
1987	Hammerhead	Detective (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1985	Miami Supercops	New Yorker Police Chief	Average	Similar →
1983	Thieves and Robbers	Priest	Average	Similar →
1981	The Funhouse	Mr. Harper	Average	Similar →
1980	The Wild and the Free	Barton	Average	Similar →
1980	Super Fuzz	Ned Boudie, Reporter	Hit	Similar →
1980	The Final Countdown	Wynn	Hit	Similar →
1979	The Fantastic Seven	Director	Flop	Similar →
1978	Odds and Evens	Lt. o'connor	Hit	Similar →

Jack McDermott - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jack McDermott?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack McDermott is "Odds and Evens" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Jack McDermott acted in?

Jack McDermott has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jack McDermott?

Other notable films include "The Final Countdown", "Cocoon: The Return", and "Super Fuzz".