Nelson Franklin
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Franklin was born to father Howard Franklin, a screenwriter and director. His stepmother is DJ Anne Litt. Franklin attended high school at Campbell Hall School in Studio City, California. He graduated from New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Franklin's first major role was a recurring role as Nick, the I.T. worker on NBC's The Office. Franklin later went on to appear as a series regular on the short-lived FOX comedy series Traffic Light. He appears with another Office actor, David Denman, who played Pam's ex-fiancée Roy. His side projects include a short for Funny or Die: a fake commercial promoting the Dudes-N-Bros Talking Points System, which is a service that helps guys who aren't dudes or bros hold a conversation with dudes and bros. He co-starred on the CBS sitcom The Millers and appeared on FOX sitcom New Girl, the HBO political comedy Veep, Black-ish, and Abby's.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nelson Franklin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Nelson Franklin's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nelson Franklin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nelson Franklin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nelson Franklin's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nelson Franklin.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Social Reckoning | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | The Napa Boys | Kevin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Gutter | Some Winner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Unfrosted | Davey Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Cosmetic Criminals | Brian | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | You People | Director | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | King Knight | Angus | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Being the Ricardos | Joe Strickland | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Sweet Girl | Martin Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Hero Mode | Rick | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics | Young Lewis Black | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Basic | Nick | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Veep | Will | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Tone-Deaf | York | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Captain Marvel | Medical Examiner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Gone Hollywood | Doug Ettinger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Puppet Master: The Littlest Reich | Markowitz | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Fixed | Jason | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | A Futile and Stupid Gesture | P.J. O'Rourke | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Battle of the Sexes | TV Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Unicorn Store | Aaron | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Gemini | Greg | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Band Aid | Ned | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Relationtrip | Buddy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Hello Ladies: The Movie | Yogurt Director | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ghost Phone | Will | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Jobs | Bill Atkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Argo | LA Times Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Answer This! | James Koogly | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Scott Pilgrim vs. the World | Comeau | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Waiting for Forever | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | I Love You, Man | Sidney's Buddy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Berkeley | Frat Prez | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Wake | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Basic | - | Flop | Similar → |
Nelson Franklin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nelson Franklin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nelson Franklin is "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Nelson Franklin acted in?
Nelson Franklin has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nelson Franklin?
Other notable films include "Argo", "Battle of the Sexes", and "Captain Marvel".