Philip Roth
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Philip Roth (July 6, 1930 – July 15, 2002) was an American television and film actor. Roth appeared in over twenty television shows and movies beginning in 1961 with a small role in an episode of Tallahassee 7000. He had roles in several notable films of the early 1970s, such as What's Up, Doc? where he played 'Mr Jones', Catch-22 as 'Doctor', One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest as 'Woolsey', and Harry and Tonto as 'Vegas Gambler'. He also had roles in numerous smaller films as well as several TV shows such as The Monkees as 'Howard Needleman,' Tales from the Dark Side as 'Sam Larchmont/Wilson Farber' as well as Cagney and Lacey as 'Sullivan'.
Philip Roth Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Philip Roth reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Philip Roth's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Philip Roth'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 One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Philip Roth Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Philip Roth's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Philip Roth has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | First Family | Tomato Assassin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Baltimore Bullet | Bookie | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Chopped Liver Brothers | Nathan Railoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest | Woolsey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Whiffs | Waiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Tidal Wave | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Harry and Tonto | Vegas Gambler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blume in Love | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | What's Up, Doc? | Mr. Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Catch-22 | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
Philip Roth - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Philip Roth?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Philip Roth is "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Philip Roth acted in?
Philip Roth has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Philip Roth?
Other notable films include "What's Up, Doc?", "Whiffs", and "Harry and Tonto".