Nicholas Shields

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

13Total Films

8.1 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nicholas Shields reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Nicholas Shields'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nicholas Shields remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Taxi Driver, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nicholas Shields Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nicholas Shields's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1

★8.1

Taxi Driver — Suffering from insomnia, disturbed loner Travis Bickle takes a job as a New York City cabbie, haunting the streets night

Taxi Driver

1976•Crime

★7.2

★7.2

Beverly Hills Cop — Fast-talking, quick-thinking Detroit street cop Axel Foley has bent more than a few rules and regs in his time, but when

Beverly Hills Cop

1984•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

All of Me — Just before stubborn millionaire Edwina Cutwater dies, she asks her uptight lawyer, Roger Cobb, to amend her will so tha

All of Me

1984•Comedy

★6.2

★6.2

...All the Marbles — A two-bit promoter tries to take a women's wrestling team to the top.

...All the Marbles

1981•Comedy

★5.9

★5.9

Wisdom — Unable to find work after a past felony, graduate John Wisdom and his girlfriend embark on a cross-country bank-robbing

Wisdom

1986•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nicholas Shields.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1992	Liar's Edge	Mark Burnz	Flop	Similar →
1992	Lost in the Barrens II: The Curse of the Viking Grave	Jamie	Flop	Similar →
1990	Lost in the Barrens	Jamie	Average	Similar →
1989	Nowhere to Run	Clyde	Flop	Similar →
1986	Wisdom	Gun Salesman	Average	Similar →
1986	The Best of Times	Bam Bam	Average	Similar →
1984	Beverly Hills Cop	Detroit Station Cop #1	Hit	Similar →
1984	All of Me	Hardhat	Hit	Similar →
1984	Young Lust: A Soap Opera	Truck Driver	Flop	Similar →
1981	...All the Marbles	Warehouse Player	Average	Similar →
1980	First Family	White House Photographer	Flop	Similar →
1980	The Hearse	Dr. Greenwalt	Flop	Similar →
1976	Taxi Driver	Palantine Aide	Super Hit	Similar →

Nicholas Shields - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nicholas Shields?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nicholas Shields is "Taxi Driver" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Nicholas Shields acted in?

Nicholas Shields has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nicholas Shields?

Other notable films include "Beverly Hills Cop", "All of Me", and "...All the Marbles".