Marjoe Gortner - Actor Profile

Marjoe Gortner

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
28Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 14, 1944
Birth Place: Long Beach, California

About Marjoe Gortner

Hugh Marjoe Ross Gortner, generally known as Marjoe Gortner (born January 14, 1944, in Long Beach, California), is a former revivalist who first gained a certain fame in the late 1940s when he became the youngest ordained preacher at the age of four. He then gained outright notoriety in the 1970s when he starred in an Oscar-winning, behind-the-scenes documentary about the lucrative business of Pentecostal preaching. The name "Marjoe" is a portmanteau of the names "Mary" and "Joseph". Description above from the Wikipedia article Marjoe Gortner, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Marjoe Gortner Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Marjoe Gortner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Marjoe Gortner's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 11% of Marjoe Gortner'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 Marjoe, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Marjoe Gortner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Marjoe Gortner's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Marjoe Gortner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 FantastiCozzi Akton (archive footage) Average Similar →
2005 Frisbee: The Life and Death of a Hippie Preacher - Flop Similar →
2004 Los Angeles Plays Itself Joby in Earthquake (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1999 The Debtors - Flop Similar →
1995 Wild Bill Preacher Average Similar →
1990 Fire, Ice & Dynamite Dan Selby Flop Similar →
1989 American Ninja 3: Blood Hunt The Cobra Flop Similar →
1987 The Survivalist Lt. Youngman Flop Similar →
1985 Hellhole Dr. Dane Flop Similar →
1984 Jungle Warriors Larry Schecter Flop Similar →
1983 Return Engagement Self Flop Similar →
1983 Mausoleum Oliver Farrell Flop Similar →
1980 The Robber Bridegroom Jamie Lockhart Flop Similar →
1979 Playboy's Roller Disco & Pajama Party Self (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1979 When You Comin' Back, Red Ryder? Teddy Average Similar →
1978 Starcrash Akton Flop Similar →
1977 Playboy's Playmate Party - Flop Similar →
1977 Sidewinder 1 Digger Flop Similar →
1977 Viva Knievel! Jesse Flop Similar →
1977 Mayday at 40,000 Feet Greco Average Similar →
1976 The Food of the Gods Morgan Flop Similar →
1976 Acapulco Gold Ralph Hollio Flop Similar →
1976 Bobbie Jo and the Outlaw Lyle Wheeler Flop Similar →
1974 Earthquake Jody Average Similar →
1974 The Gun and the Pulpit Ernie Parsons Average Similar →
1974 Pray for the Wildcats Terry Maxon Average Similar →
1973 The Marcus-Nelson Murders Teddy Hopper Hit Similar →
1972 Marjoe Self Super Hit Similar →

Marjoe Gortner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Marjoe Gortner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marjoe Gortner is "Marjoe" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Marjoe Gortner acted in?

Marjoe Gortner has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Marjoe Gortner?

Other notable films include "Los Angeles Plays Itself", "The Marcus-Nelson Murders", and "Pray for the Wildcats".

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