Osgood Perkins
DirectingAbout Osgood Perkins
Osgood Robert "Oz" Perkins II (born February 2, 1974) is an American filmmaker and actor. He began his career as a child actor, portraying the young version of his father, Anthony Perkins' character Norman Bates in Psycho II (1983), and later appeared in films such as Six Degrees of Separation (1993), Legally Blonde (2001), Not Another Teen Movie (2001), Star Trek (2009), and Nope (2022). He made his directorial debut with the horror film The Blackcoat's Daughter (2015) and has since become known for directing horror films such as I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House (2016), Gretel & Hansel (2020), Longlegs (2024), and The Monkey (2025). He co-founded the production company Phobos with producer Chris Ferguson.
Osgood Perkins Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Osgood Perkins reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Osgood Perkins's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Osgood Perkins'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 Star Trek, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Osgood Perkins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Osgood Perkins's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Osgood Perkins has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Monkey | Uncle Chip | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Nope | Fynn Bachman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 78/52 | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Electric Slide | Andy Segal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Removal | Henry Sharpe | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Star Trek | Enterprise Communications Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | La Cucina | Chris | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Utah Murder Project | Detective Charlie DeSantis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Erosion | Steve | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Dead & Breakfast | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Quigley | Guardian Angel Sweeney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Secretary | Jonathan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Not Another Teen Movie | Uninterested Guy | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Legally Blonde | Dorky David | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Wolf | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Six Degrees of Separation | Woody | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Psycho II | Young Norman | Hit | Similar → |
Osgood Perkins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Osgood Perkins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Osgood Perkins is "Star Trek" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Osgood Perkins acted in?
Osgood Perkins has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Osgood Perkins?
Other notable films include "78/52", "Nope", and "Legally Blonde".