Jerry Ziesmer

Directing

Freshness: Jan 31, 2026

8Total Films

8.3 Highest Rated

Born: May 31, 1939

Birth Place: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

About Jerry Ziesmer

Jerry Ziesmer (May 31, 1939 – August 1, 2021) was an American assistant director, production manager and occasional actor. He is best known for his role as Jerry in the 1979 film Apocalypse Now in which he delivers the infamous line "terminate with extreme prejudice".

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jerry Ziesmer reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jerry Ziesmer'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jerry Ziesmer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Apocalypse Now, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jerry Ziesmer Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jerry Ziesmer's career based on audience ratings.

★8.3

★8.3

Apocalypse Now: At the height of the Vietnam war, Captain Benjamin Willard is sent on a dangerous mission that, officially, "does not ex

Apocalypse Now

1979•Drama

★7.3

★7.3

Rocky II: After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles

Rocky II

1979•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Say Anything...: Lloyd, an eternal optimist, seeks to capture the heart of Diane, an unattainable high school beauty and straight-A stude

Say Anything...

1989•Romance

★7.0

★7.0

Jerry Maguire: Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible

Jerry Maguire

1996•Comedy

★6.4

★6.4

Singles: A group of young adults in their twenties, who share an apartment in the city of Seattle, ponder on love and face all th

Singles

1992•Romance

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jerry Ziesmer.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1996	Jerry Maguire	Trainer	Hit	Similar →
1992	Singles	Councilman Jordan Fisher	Average	Similar →
1989	Say Anything...	U.S. Attorney	Hit	Similar →
1983	Blue Thunder	Pilot	Average	Similar →
1982	Lights! Camera! Annie! The Making of a Major Hollywood Musical	Self	Flop	Similar →
1979	Rocky II	Salesman (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1979	Apocalypse Now	Jerry, Civilian	Super Hit	Similar →
1978	The Bad News Bears Go to Japan	Eddie of Network	Flop	Similar →

Jerry Ziesmer - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jerry Ziesmer?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jerry Ziesmer is "Apocalypse Now" with a rating of 8.3/10.

How many movies has Jerry Ziesmer acted in?

Jerry Ziesmer has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jerry Ziesmer?

Other notable films include "Rocky II", "Say Anything...", and "Jerry Maguire".