J. Edgar Hoover
ActingAbout J. Edgar Hoover
John Edgar Hoover (January 1, 1895 – May 2, 1972) was an American law enforcement administrator who served as the first Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation of the United States.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of J. Edgar Hoover reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of J. Edgar Hoover's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), J. Edgar Hoover remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in After Newtown: Guns in America, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best J. Edgar Hoover Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from J. Edgar Hoover's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of J. Edgar Hoover.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Real Charlie Chaplin | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | MLK/FBI | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Chaplin vs the FBI | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Martin Luther King, Jr. : Marked Man | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Arthur Miller: Writer | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Nixon by Nixon: In His Own Words | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | 1971 | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Documenting John Grierson | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Freedom Summer | Self (voice) (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | After Newtown: Guns in America | Self - first director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Lee Harvey Oswald: 48 Hours to Live | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Who Bombed Judi Bari? | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | COINTELPRO 101 | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Roads to Memphis | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Trials of J. Robert Oppenheimer | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Oswald's Ghost | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | J. Edgar Hoover and the Great American Inquisitions | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Heir To An Execution | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Majestic | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | It Conquered Hollywood! The Story of American International Pictures | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Scandalize My Name: Stories from the Blacklist | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Real Malcolm X | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Hearts and Minds | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Revolution Underway | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The FBI Story | J. Edgar Hoover (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | A Day With The F.B.I. | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Communism Condemned | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Youth in Crisis | Self | Flop | Similar → |
J. Edgar Hoover - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of J. Edgar Hoover?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J. Edgar Hoover is "After Newtown: Guns in America" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has J. Edgar Hoover acted in?
J. Edgar Hoover has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by J. Edgar Hoover?
Other notable films include "Chaplin vs the FBI", "Martin Luther King, Jr. : Marked Man", and "Roads to Memphis".