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Rod Gist

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
14Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 11, 1947
Birth Place: Indiana, USA

Rod Gist Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Rod Gist reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 21% of Rod Gist'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 The Dreamer of Oz, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Rod Gist Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rod Gist's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3
The Dreamer of Oz (1990) movie poster
★7.3

The Dreamer of Oz: The film is the biography of Frank Baum, the children's book author and creator of the fantasy world Oz.

The Dreamer of Oz

1990•Family
★6.5
J-Men Forever (1979) movie poster
★6.5

J-Men Forever: The Lightning Bug has a multi-prong scheme to enslave the earth. First, rock and roll, which the JMen counter with Muzac

J-Men Forever

1979•Comedy
★6.5
Cutter's Way (1981) movie poster
★6.5

Cutter's Way: Alex Cutter is a boozy, belligerent and deeply cynical Vietnam veteran whose encounter with a landmine during the war ha

Cutter's Way

1981•Drama
★6.4
Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling (1986) movie poster
★6.4

Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling: Although Jo Jo Dancer has achieved success as a stand-up comedian, he hasn't found happiness. After receiving severe bur

Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling

1986•Drama
★6.2
Buddy Buddy (1981) movie poster
★6.2

Buddy Buddy: During a high-profile Mafia testimony case in Riverside County, a hired killer checks into a hotel room near the courtho

Buddy Buddy

1981•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Rod Gist has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 Leather Jacket Love Story Silver Lake Cafe Patron Flop Similar →
1991 Shout Additional Voices (voice) Average Similar →
1990 The Dreamer of Oz Carpenter Hit Similar →
1986 Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling Manager Average Similar →
1985 Deadly Messages Sergeant Murray Average Similar →
1982 The Gift of Life Oscar Flop Similar →
1981 Buddy Buddy Policeman Average Similar →
1981 Cutter's Way Black #2 Hit Similar →
1980 The Jazz Singer Timmy Average Similar →
1980 The Comeback Kid Ray Carver Average Similar →
1979 J-Men Forever - Hit Similar →
1979 The Lady in Red Pinetop Average Similar →
1979 Crisis in Mid-Air - Average Similar →
1976 Tunnel Vision Lieutenant / Herb Mealy Flop Similar →

Rod Gist - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rod Gist?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rod Gist is "The Dreamer of Oz" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Rod Gist acted in?

Rod Gist has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rod Gist?

Other notable films include "J-Men Forever", "Cutter's Way", and "Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling".

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