Ted Kennedy
ActingAbout Ted Kennedy
Edward Moore Kennedy (February 22, 1932 – August 25, 2009) was an American lawyer and politician who served as a United States senator from Massachusetts for almost 47 years, from 1962 until his death in 2009. A member of the Democratic Party and the prominent political Kennedy family, he was the second most senior member of the Senate when he died. He is ranked fifth in United States history for length of continuous service as a senator. Kennedy was the younger brother of President John F. Kennedy and U.S. attorney general and U.S. senator Robert F. Kennedy. He was the father of U.S. representative Patrick J. Kennedy.
Ted Kennedy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ted Kennedy reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ted Kennedy's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Ted Kennedy'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 Citizen: The Political Life of Allard K. Lowenstein, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ted Kennedy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ted Kennedy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ted Kennedy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Breakdown: 1975 | Self - Pro-Busing Senator (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | RBG | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Nixon by Nixon: In His Own Words | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Anita | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Follow the Leader | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | MLK: The Assassination Tapes | Self (archive Footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ethel | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Senators' Bargain | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Convention | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Hype: The Obama Effect | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | RFK Must Die: The Assassination of Bobby Kennedy | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Mr. Conservative: Goldwater on Goldwater | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | 14 Women | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | ...So Goes the Nation | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Bobby | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Al Franken: God Spoke | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | My Senator and Me: A Dog's-Eye View of Washington D.C. | Himself (Voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Rush to War | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Winning New Hampshire | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | RFK | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | John F. Kennedy: A Personal Story | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Taking on the Kennedys | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Real Malcolm X | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Disasters of the Century | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Citizen: The Political Life of Allard K. Lowenstein | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Traveling Hopefully | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The War at Home | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Ted Kennedy Eulogy for RFK | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Off Your Duff | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Ted Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ted Kennedy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ted Kennedy is "Citizen: The Political Life of Allard K. Lowenstein" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Ted Kennedy acted in?
Ted Kennedy has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ted Kennedy?
Other notable films include "Disasters of the Century", "RFK", and "14 Women".