Ron Thompson - Actor Profile

Ron Thompson

Acting
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
14Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 31, 1941
Birth Place: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

About Ron Thompson

Ron Thompson is an American film, television, theatre actor, singer and songwriter. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Thompson is perhaps best known for his dual lead roles in Ralph Bakshi's critically acclaimed rotoscope film American Pop and the 1970s TV series Baretta in the role of Detective Nopke.

Ron Thompson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ron Thompson 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 Ron Thompson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 29% of Ron Thompson'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 Gun, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ron Thompson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ron Thompson's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ron Thompson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Suffrage Harry Dawn Flop Similar →
2019 Tellers Harry Dawn Flop Similar →
2018 [Cargo] Anthony Peterson Flop Similar →
2015 Last Days of Coney Island Cops Average Similar →
2009 G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra Apache Helicopter Pilot Average Similar →
1992 Deep Cover Store Owner Hit Similar →
1992 American Me Junkie Hit Similar →
1989 Imagining America Beatnik Poet Flop Similar →
1989 This Ain't Bebop Beatnik Poet Flop Similar →
1981 American Pop Tony Belinksy / Pete Belinksy (voice) Hit Similar →
1977 The White Buffalo Frozen Dog Pimp Average Similar →
1974 The Gun Tom Super Hit Similar →
1973 The No Mercy Man John Dunn Flop Similar →
1967 Brown Eye, Evil Eye Freddy St. Claire Flop Similar →

Ron Thompson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ron Thompson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Thompson is "The Gun" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Ron Thompson acted in?

Ron Thompson has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ron Thompson?

Other notable films include "American Me", "American Pop", and "Deep Cover".

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