Clifton Collins Jr.
ActingAbout Clifton Collins Jr.
Clifton Collins Jr. (born June 16, 1970) is a Native Hispanic/Latino-American film and television actor, best known for playing student Cesar Sanchez opposite substitute teacher Samuel L. Jackson in the feature film "One Eight Seven", and as the killer Perry Smith in the independent movie "Capote". He also played recurring characters in many television shows and is a series regular in HBO's "Westworld".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Clifton Collins Jr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Clifton Collins Jr.'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 62% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Clifton Collins Jr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Common Ground: Under Construction Notes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Clifton Collins Jr. Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Clifton Collins Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Clifton Collins Jr..
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Train Dreams | Boomer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Eddington | Lodge | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Red, White & Royal Blue | Oscar Diaz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | After Yang | George | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Nightmare Alley | Funhouse Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | LA Originals | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Waves | Bobby | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Honey Boy | Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood | 'Lancer' - Ernesto the Mexican Vaquero | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Mule | Gustavo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | A Crooked Somebody | Nathan | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Small Town Crime | Mood | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | M.F.A. | Kennedy | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hacker | Zed | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Triple 9 | Jorge Rodriguez | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Man Down | Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Transcendence | Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Pacific Rim | Tendo Choi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Parker | Ross | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter: The Great Calamity | Edgar Allan Poe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sunset Strip | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Scott Pilgrim vs. the World | Vegan Police (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Experiment | Nix | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Brothers | Major Cavazos | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day | Romeo | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Perfect Game | Cesar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Star Trek | Ayel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Crank: High Voltage | El Huron | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Sunshine Cleaning | Winston | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Common Ground: Under Construction Notes | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Babel | Officer at Border Crossing | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Making Capote: Concept to Script | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Capote | Perry Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Life of the Party | Kipp | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mindhunters | Vince Sherman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Rules of Attraction | Rupert | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Road Dogz | Raymo Serrano | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Last Castle | Cp. Ramov Aguilar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Traffic | Francisco Flores | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Tigerland | Pvt. Miter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Light It Up | Robert 'Rivers' Tremont | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Replacement Killers | Loco | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit | Martinez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | One Eight Seven | Cesar Sanchez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Dead Presidents | Betancourt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Stöned Age | Tack | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Poetic Justice | Mailroom Supervisor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Menace II Society | Vato #2 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Fortress | Niño Gomez | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Grand Canyon | Carlos' Friend #2 | Average | Similar → |
Clifton Collins Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Clifton Collins Jr.?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Clifton Collins Jr. is "Common Ground: Under Construction Notes" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Clifton Collins Jr. acted in?
Clifton Collins Jr. has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Clifton Collins Jr.?
Other notable films include "Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter: The Great Calamity", "Red, White & Royal Blue", and "Menace II Society".