Ron Canada
ActingAbout Ron Canada
Ron Canada is an American actor and producer who began his acting career in 1978. Canada has had a long career in both television and film, known predominantly for his work in Cinderella Man, Wedding Crashers, and his recurring role as Under Secretary of State Ted Barrow on The West Wing. In 1996, Ron received the Dallas Film Critics Award and significant national attention for his performance as "Otis Payne" in John Sayles's film Lone Star.
Ron Canada Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ron Canada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ron Canada's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Ron Canada'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 This Will Never Work, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ron Canada Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ron Canada's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ron Canada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | This Will Never Work | Uncle Pete | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Empty Man | Detective Villiers | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Bully | 'Action' Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Crown Heights | Judge Marcy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Discovery | Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | After Words | Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ted 2 | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lake Effects | Winchester | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Noble Things | Moses | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bob Funk | Smiley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Ocean of Pearls | Dr. Wiiliam Ballard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Beneficiary | Detective Jensen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Haunting of Molly Hartley | Mr. Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Snowglobe | Antonio | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | King Leopold's Ghost | Voice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Islander | T. Hardy | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Just Like Heaven | Dr. Walsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Wedding Crashers | Randolph | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Cinderella Man | Joe Jeanette | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | National Treasure | Guard Woodruff | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Reversible Errors | Jackson Aires | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Human Stain | Herb Keble | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The United States of Leland | Elden | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Hunted | Harry Van Zandt | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Black River | Chief Salks | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Apartment Complex | Detective Culver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | In Too Deep | Dr. Bratton | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Nick Fury: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. | Gabriel Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Lost in the Bermuda Triangle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Clover | Gaten's brother-in-law | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Pinocchio's Revenge | Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Lone Star | Otis Payne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The American President | Reporter Lloyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Man of the House | Bob Younger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Without Warning | Terrance Freeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Getting Even with Dad | Zinn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Barbarians at the Gate | Vernon Jordan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Home Alone 2: Lost in New York | Cop in Times Square | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Play Nice | Coroner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Desperate Choices: To Save My Child | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Honey, I Blew Up the Kid | Marshall Brooks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Last of the Finest | Cregan | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Downtown | Lowell Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Unholy Matrimony | Lt. Jack Tolliver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Arthur 2: On the Rocks | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Heart | Talk Show Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Adventures in Babysitting | Greydon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Good to Go | Stooper #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | D.C. Cab | Policeman #4 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Man Who Wasn't There | Barker | Flop | Similar → |
Ron Canada - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ron Canada?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Canada is "This Will Never Work" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ron Canada acted in?
Ron Canada has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ron Canada?
Other notable films include "Unholy Matrimony", "The Beneficiary", and "Cinderella Man".