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
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Jordan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Richard Jordan'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Jordan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Jordan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Jordan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Jordan.
| 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 | 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 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Jordan?
Other notable films include "The Hunt for Red October", "Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker", and "The Friends of Eddie Coyle".