Paul Ryden - Actor Profile

Paul Ryden

Acting
Freshness: Feb 01, 2026
13Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 12, 1953
Birth Place: Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.

About Paul Ryden

Paul Ryden is an actor and writer, known for Hidden Figures (2016), Stranger Things (2016), and Halt and Catch Fire (2014). With a background in feature news reporting (Green Bay, WI; Louisville, KY: Turner Broadcasting, Atlanta), it's only natural that Paul is often cast as a news anchor or reporter, but he's played a variety of roles from doctor to judge to parole officer to corporate executive. His theatre work the last few years includes the lead roles of William Gillett in The Game's Afoot and Matt Drayton in Guess Who's Coming to Dinner. Paul has traveled extensively, producing fund-raising videos for mission agencies and NGO's in such far-flung locales as Afghanistan, Rwanda, Ukraine, Indonesia, and points beyond.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Ryden 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 Paul Ryden'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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Ryden remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sons 2 the Grave, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Paul Ryden Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Paul Ryden's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Ryden.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 All Is Merry & Bright Jack Gilbert Sr. Flop Similar →
2024 Bull Street Millard Motley Flop Similar →
2023 The Beanie Bubble White House Reporter Average Similar →
2022 Samaritan News Anchor Hit Similar →
2022 Sons 2 the Grave Bill Anderson Super Hit Similar →
2020 Only Anchor #1 Flop Similar →
2019 Greener Grass Anchor Average Similar →
2019 Godzilla: King of the Monsters News Anchor #3 Hit Similar →
2017 As in the Days of Noah George Flop Similar →
2016 Hidden Figures TV Reporter at Cape Canaveral Super Hit Similar →
2016 The 5th Wave TV News Anchor Average Similar →
2014 Cat Run 2 Barnes Flop Similar →
1985 The Slugger's Wife Reporter Flop Similar →

Paul Ryden - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Paul Ryden?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Ryden is "Sons 2 the Grave" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Paul Ryden acted in?

Paul Ryden has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Paul Ryden?

Other notable films include "Hidden Figures", "Samaritan", and "Godzilla: King of the Monsters".