Troy Gentile
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Troy Gentile (born Troy Francis Farshi ; October 27, 1993) is an American actor best known for his roles as Mark in Hotel for Dogs (2009) and Barry Goldberg on the comedy series The Goldbergs (2013–2023), and for playing young versions of Jack Black‘s characters in Nacho Libre and Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (both 2006).
Troy Gentile Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Troy Gentile 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 Troy Gentile's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Troy Gentile'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 Goldbergs: An '80s Rewind, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Troy Gentile Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Troy Gentile's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Troy Gentile has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | SEGAL | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | A Breed Apart | Mason Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Goldbergs: An '80s Rewind | Himself / Barry Goldberg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | A Home for Everyone: The Making of 'Hotel for Dogs' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Hotel for Dogs | Mark | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Pineapple Express | Troy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Drillbit Taylor | Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Good Luck Chuck | Young Stu | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | I Could Never Be Your Woman | Fighting Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Making of 'The Pick of Destiny' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Fugly | Nathan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny | Lil' JB | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Nacho Libre | Young Nacho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Bad News Bears | Matthew Hooper | Average | Similar → |
Troy Gentile - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Troy Gentile?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Troy Gentile is "The Goldbergs: An '80s Rewind" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Troy Gentile acted in?
Troy Gentile has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Troy Gentile?
Other notable films include "Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny", "Pineapple Express", and "Nacho Libre".