Randy Newman - Actor Profile

Randy Newman

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Updated: Apr 11, 2026
31Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 28, 1943
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Randy Newman

Randall Stuart Newman (born November 28, 1943) is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, composer, and pianist known for his Southern-accented singing style, early Americana-influenced soul songs (often with mordant or satirical lyrics), and various film scores. His best-known songs as a recording artist are "Short People" (1977), "I Love L.A." (1983), and "You've Got a Friend in Me" (1995), while other artists have enjoyed more success with cover versions of his "Mama Told Me Not to Come" (1966), "I Think It's Going to Rain Today" (1968) and "You Can Leave Your Hat On" (1972). Description above from the Wikipedia article Randy Newman, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Randy Newman Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Randy Newman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Randy Newman's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 48% of Randy Newman'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 Magic in the Bayou: The Making of a Princess, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Randy Newman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Randy Newman's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Randy Newman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 The Last Critic - Flop Similar →
2022 Everything Everywhere All at Once Raccacoonie (voice) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
2017 Joe Cocker: Mad Dog with Soul Self Hit Similar →
2017 Score: A Film Music Documentary Self Hit Similar →
2016 The Natural: The Best There Ever Was Self Flop Similar →
2015 Toy Story at 20: To Infinity and Beyond Self Hit Similar →
2013 Randy Newman: Live in Germany 2006 Vocals / Piano Flop Similar →
2010 Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him?) Self Hit Similar →
2010 Randy Newman: Live in London Himself Super Hit Similar →
2010 All You Need Is Klaus Self Super Hit Similar →
2010 Magic in the Bayou: The Making of a Princess Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 The Princess and the Frog Cousin Randy (voice) Hit Similar →
2009 The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story Self Hit Similar →
2008 Fats Domino: Walkin' Back to New Orleans Self Super Hit Similar →
2007 Lyle Lovett - In Concert Himself Flop Similar →
2007 The Pixar Story Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Geared-Up - Flop Similar →
2005 The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz Self Hit Similar →
2005 Shelter from the Storm: A Concert for the Gulf Coast Self Flop Similar →
2003 I Am, Unfortunately, Randy Newman - Flop Similar →
1996 The Story Behind 'Toy Story' Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 Making 'Toy Story' Self Average Similar →
1995 The Hollywood Soundtrack Story Self - Host Flop Similar →
1994 Land of Dreams - Randy Newman's America Self Flop Similar →
1993 For Our Children Self Hit Similar →
1989 Prince: Musical Portrait Self Flop Similar →
1987 Funny, You Don't Look 200: A Constitutional Vaudeville Self Flop Similar →
1986 ¡Three Amigos! Singing Bush (voice) Average Similar →
1986 Darlin' Clementine Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
1982 Randy Newman: Live at the Odeon Self Flop Similar →
N/A Montage: Great Film Composers and The Piano - Flop Similar →

Randy Newman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Randy Newman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Randy Newman is "Magic in the Bayou: The Making of a Princess" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Randy Newman acted in?

Randy Newman has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Randy Newman?

Other notable films include "Randy Newman: Live in London", "Everything Everywhere All at Once", and "The Story Behind 'Toy Story'".

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