Bob Penny

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

13Total Films

8.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 29, 1935

Birth Place: Huntsville, Alabama, USA

About Bob Penny

University professor who taught poetry turned actor after he retired from academia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bob Penny reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Bob Penny's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bob Penny remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Forrest Gump, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bob Penny Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bob Penny's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5

★8.5

Forrest Gump: A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in eac

Forrest Gump

1994•Comedy

★7.7

★7.7

Mississippi Burning: Two FBI agents investigating the murder of civil rights workers during the 60s seek to breach the conspiracy of silence

Mississippi Burning

1988•Drama

★7.5

★7.5

My Cousin Vinny: Two carefree pals from Brooklyn traveling through rural Alabama on their way back to college are mistakenly arrested, an

My Cousin Vinny

1992•Comedy

★6.6

The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) movie poster

★6.6

The Legend of Bagger Vance: World War I has left golfer Rannulph Junuh a poker-playing alcoholic, his perfect swing gone. Now, however, he needs to

The Legend of Bagger Vance

2000•Drama

★6.4

★6.4

Home Fires Burning: When a WW2 veteran comes back home, he realizes how the war affected Americans by seeing the changes in his wife, family

Home Fires Burning

1989•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bob Penny.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2012	After	Elderly Man	Average	Similar →
2012	Skyhook	Ian	Flop	Similar →
2002	Sweet Home Alabama	Wallace Buford	Average	Similar →
2000	The Legend of Bagger Vance	Laidlaw	Hit	Similar →
1999	Chill Factor	Motel Manager	Flop	Similar →
1994	Forrest Gump	Crony	Super Hit	Similar →
1994	Separated by Murder	Dr. Duncan Walker	Flop	Similar →
1992	My Cousin Vinny	Juror #2	Super Hit	Similar →
1991	Wife, Mother, Murderer: The Marie Hilley Story	Sgt. Michaelson	Average	Similar →
1990	When Will I Be Loved?	Hood #1	Flop	Similar →
1989	Traveling Man	John Parsons	Flop	Similar →
1989	Home Fires Burning	Bystander	Average	Similar →
1988	Mississippi Burning	Curtis Foy	Super Hit	Similar →

Bob Penny - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bob Penny?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bob Penny is "Forrest Gump" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Bob Penny acted in?

Bob Penny has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bob Penny?

Other notable films include "Mississippi Burning", "My Cousin Vinny", and "The Legend of Bagger Vance".