Forrest J. Ackerman - Actor Profile

Forrest J. Ackerman

Acting
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 24, 1916
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Forrest J. Ackerman

Forrest J Ackerman (born Forrest James Ackerman; November 24, 1916 – December 4, 2008) was an American magazine editor, science fiction writer and literary agent, a founder of science fiction fandom, a leading expert on science fiction and fantasy films, and acknowledged as the world's most avid collector of genre books and movie memorabilia. He was based in Los Angeles, California. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article "Forrest J Ackerman", which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.

Best Forrest J. Ackerman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Forrest J. Ackerman's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Vampires: Thirst for the Truth (1996) movie poster
★10.0

Vampires: Thirst for the Truth — A documentary that explores man's enduring fascination with the vampire legend by examining historical accounts, literar

Vampires: Thirst for the Truth

1996•Documentary
★10.0
Surge of Power: The Stuff of Heroes (2005) movie poster
★10.0

Surge of Power: The Stuff of Heroes — A gay attorney uses his newfound powers to thwart a mad scientist.

Surge of Power: The Stuff of Heroes

2005•Comedy
★10.0
Keepers of the Frame (1999) movie poster
★10.0

Keepers of the Frame — An exploration of film preservation and restoration in the United States.

Keepers of the Frame

1999•Documentary
★9.0
Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman (2007) movie poster
★9.0

Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman — Famous Monster takes a fast-paced, colorful look at the life of science fiction's greatest fan - Forrest J. Ackerman, wh

Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman

2007•Documentary
★9.0
Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces (1995) movie poster
★9.0

Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces — Born Creighton Chaney, this is a biographical documentary on Lon Chaney Jr, the only star to play all four of the classi

Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces

1995•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Forrest J. Ackerman.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2014 Monster Madness: Mutants, Space Invaders, and Drive-Ins Self Average Similar →
2014 Uncle Forry's Ackermansions Self (archival footage) Hit Similar →
2013 The Life After Death Project 2: Personal Encounters Self (archival appearance) Average Similar →
2013 The Life After Death Project Self Average Similar →
2008 The Boneyard Collection Dr. Acula Flop Similar →
2007 Spine Tingler! The William Castle Story Self Super Hit Similar →
2007 Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Vampira: The Movie Himself Super Hit Similar →
2006 American Scary Himself Super Hit Similar →
2006 Look, Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Sci-Fi Boys Self Hit Similar →
2006 Witch's Dungeon: 40 Years of Chills Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Jack Parsons: Jet Propelled Antichrist Himself Super Hit Similar →
2005 Ringers: Lord of the Fans Self Average Similar →
2005 Ray Harryhausen: The Early Years Collection Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 Surge of Power: The Stuff of Heroes Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Frazetta: Painting with Fire Self Average Similar →
2001 Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies Himself Hit Similar →
2000 Lon Chaney: A Thousand Faces Self Hit Similar →
1999 Keepers of the Frame Himself Super Hit Similar →
1999 The Devil Ant Himself Super Hit Similar →
1999 Attack of the 50 Foot Monster Mania Himself Super Hit Similar →
1998 Universal Horror Self - Interviewee Hit Similar →
1996 Vampires: Thirst for the Truth Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 Bikini Drive-In Man with Insect Repellent Flop Similar →
1994 Hollywood Goes Ape! Himself Average Similar →
1993 Dinosaur Movies - Flop Similar →
1992 Innocent Blood Stolen Car Man Average Similar →
1992 Braindead Forry Hit Similar →
1992 Flying Saucers Over Hollywood: The 'Plan 9' Companion Himself Hit Similar →
1991 Hooray for Horrorwood Self / Host Super Hit Similar →
1990 Hard to Die Dr. Ed Newton Average Similar →
1990 The Alien Within Pool Guy Flop Similar →
1989 Transylvania Twist Funeral Director Flop Similar →
1989 The Wizard of Speed and Time Mustached Man at Garage Sale Average Similar →
1988 Return of the Living Dead Part II Harvey Kramer (Special Zombie) Average Similar →
1988 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: A Family Portrait Himself Average Similar →
1987 Amazon Women on the Moon U.S. President (segment "Amazon Women on the Moon") Average Similar →
1987 Drive-In Madness! Himself Average Similar →
1986 Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors Self Average Similar →
1985 Beach Blanket Bloodbath Doctor 1 Hit Similar →
1983 Michael Jackson's Thriller Man in Movie Theater (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1983 Aliens, Dragons, Monsters & Me Himself Super Hit Similar →
1981 The Howling Bookstore Customer (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1976 Hollywood Boulevard Party Guest (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1973 Schlock Man in cinema Average Similar →
1970 Equinox Doctor on Tape Recorder (voice) (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1966 Queen of Blood Farraday's Aide Flop Similar →
1964 The Time Travelers Square-Frame Technician Flop Similar →

Forrest J. Ackerman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Forrest J. Ackerman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Forrest J. Ackerman is "Vampires: Thirst for the Truth" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Forrest J. Ackerman acted in?

Forrest J. Ackerman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Forrest J. Ackerman?

Other notable films include "Surge of Power: The Stuff of Heroes", "Keepers of the Frame", and "Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman".