Tim Russert
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Timothy John Russert (May 7, 1950 – June 13, 2008) was an American television journalist and lawyer who appeared for more than 16 years as the longest-serving moderator of NBC's Meet the Press. He was a senior vice president at NBC News and Washington bureau chief, and also hosted an eponymous CNBC/MSNBC weekend interview program. He was a frequent correspondent and guest on NBC's The Today Show and Hardball. Russert covered several presidential elections, and he presented the NBC News/Wall Street Journal survey on the NBC Nightly News during the 2008 U.S. presidential election. Timemagazine included Russert in its list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2008. Russert was posthumously revealed as a 30-year source for syndicated columnist Robert Novak. Description above from the Wikipedia article Tim Russert, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Tim Russert Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tim Russert reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tim Russert's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Tim Russert'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 Final Days, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tim Russert Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tim Russert's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tim Russert has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Biden's Decision | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Four Falls of Buffalo | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Making of Trump | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | History of the Buffalo Bills | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Mile High: How to Win... and Lose... the White House | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Rick Jeanneret's Top Shelf | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Martial Law 9-11: Rise of the Police State | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | American Dictators: Staging of the 2004 Presidential Election | Self - Moderator of Meet the Press (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Hunting of the President | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | NBC 75th Anniversary Special | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Final Days | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Tim Russert - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tim Russert?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tim Russert is "The Final Days" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Tim Russert acted in?
Tim Russert has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tim Russert?
Other notable films include "Four Falls of Buffalo", "Martial Law 9-11: Rise of the Police State", and "The Hunting of the President".