Richard Jordan
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Richard Jordan (July 19, 1937 – August 30, 1993) was an American stage, screen and film actor. A long-time member of the New York Shakespeare Festival, he performed in many Off Broadway and Broadway plays. His films include Logan's Run, Les Misérables, Raise the Titanic!, The Friends of Eddie Coyle, The Yakuza, The Bunker, Dune, The Secret of My Success, The Hunt for Red October, Posse and Gettysburg. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Jordan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Richard Jordan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Jordan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Jordan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 37% of Richard Jordan'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 Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Jordan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Jordan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Jordan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Gettysburg | Brig. Gen. Lewis A. Armistead | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Posse | Sheriff Bates | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Primary Motive | Chris Poulas | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Shout | Eugene Benedict | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Delusion | Executive in Conference Room | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Timebomb | Col. Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Hunt for Red October | Dr. Jeffrey Pelt, National Security Advisor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker | Frank Salerno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Romero | Father Rutilio Grande | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret of My Success | Howard Prescott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Solarbabies | Grock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Men's Club | Kramer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Mean Season | Alan Delour | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Dune | Duncan Idaho | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Flash of Green | Elmo Bliss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Washington Mistress | Michael Reynolds | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Bunker | Albert Speer | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Raise the Titanic | Dirk Pitt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square | Pinky | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Arthur Miller on Home Ground | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Old Boyfriends | Jeff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Les Misérables | Jean Valjean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Interiors | Frederick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Defection of Simas Kudirka | Cmdr. Edward Devon | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | One Night Stand | Paul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Logan's Run | Francis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Rooster Cogburn | Hawk | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Yakuza | Dusty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Incident at Vichy | Von Berg, A Prince | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Kamouraska | Georges Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Friends of Eddie Coyle | Dave Foley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Chato's Land | Earl Hooker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Trial of the Catonsville Nine | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Klute | Man Kissing Bree in Night Club (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Valdez Is Coming | R. L. Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Lawman | Crowe Wheelwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Ready for the People | Eddie Dickinson | Flop | Similar → |
Richard Jordan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Jordan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Jordan is "Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Richard Jordan acted in?
Richard Jordan has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Jordan?
Other notable films include "The Hunt for Red October", "The Friends of Eddie Coyle", and "Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker".