Sam Coppola
ActingAbout Sam Coppola
Sam Coppola was born on July 31, 1935 in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA. He was an actor, known for Saturday Night Fever (1977), Fatal Attraction (1987) and Jacob's Ladder (1990). He was married to Helen Shinnick. He died on February 5, 2012 in Leonia, New Jersey.
Sam Coppola Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sam Coppola reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sam Coppola's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Sam Coppola'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 Cagney & Lacey: True Convictions, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sam Coppola Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sam Coppola's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sam Coppola has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Run It | Vinny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Over/Under | Vinnie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Driving Me Crazy | Larry Petterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Reunion | Max | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | House of Satisfaction | Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Heavy Petting | Old Codger #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Warrior Class | Abe Rosencranz | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Nola | Gus | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Empire | Bobby Gold | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Friends and Family | Carlo Ricci | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Big Heist | Paul Castellano | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Sally | Dr. Felch | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Blue Moon | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Deli | Mr. Bishop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cagney & Lacey: True Convictions | Jan Kaplovitz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Palookaville | Mr. Kott, Money Truck Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Counterfeit Contessa | Mel Nardino | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Money for Nothing | Bartender Lindey | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Joey Breaker | Sid Kramer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Citizen Cohn | Carmine Galante | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dead and Alive: The Race for Gus Farace | Albie Carbone | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | A Kiss Before Dying | Detective Michaelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jacob's Ladder | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Street Hunter | Jannelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Blue Steel | PBA Representative | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder in Black and White | Dave | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | She's Back | Det. Brophy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Internal Affairs | Dave | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Zits | Principal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Fatal Attraction | Fuselli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cat & Mousse | Bernie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Without a Trace | Schoyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | A Question of Honor | John | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | King Crab | Otto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Hardhat & Legs | Aldo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The $5.20 an Hour Dream | Harry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Saturday Night Fever | Fusco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Death Journey | Detective Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Super Cops | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Crazy Joe | Chick | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Serpico | Cop (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Mr. Inside/Mr. Outside | Cop #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Gang That Couldn't Shoot Straight | Julie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Interplay | Mel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Anderson Tapes | Private Detective | Average | Similar → |
Sam Coppola - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sam Coppola?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sam Coppola is "Cagney & Lacey: True Convictions" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Sam Coppola acted in?
Sam Coppola has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sam Coppola?
Other notable films include "Serpico", "Jacob's Ladder", and "Internal Affairs".