Harry Anderson - Actor Profile

Harry Anderson

Acting
25Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 14, 1952
Birth Place: Newport, Rhode Island, USA

About Harry Anderson

Harry Laverne Anderson (October 14, 1952 – April 16, 2018) was an American actor, screenwriter, director and magician. He is best known for the role of Judge Harry Stone on the 1984–92 television series Night Court. In addition to eight appearances on Saturday Night Live between 1981 and 1985, Anderson had a recurring guest role as con man Harry "The Hat" Gittes on Cheers, toured extensively as a magician, and did several magic/comedy shows for broadcast, including Harry Anderson's Sideshow (1987).

Best Harry Anderson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Harry Anderson's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
The Disneyland Story (1990) movie poster
★10.0

The Disneyland Story — To commemorate Disneyland’s 35th anniversary, host Harry Anderson takes you back in time on the Disneyland Railroad (acc

The Disneyland Story

1990•Documentary
★8.0
A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary (1989) movie poster
★8.0

A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary — A variety special, taped October 30, 1988 during the 10th anniversary of the Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, Calif

A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary

1989•Comedy
★8.0
Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!" (1986) movie poster
★8.0

Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!" — This 1986 Showtime Special features the late great Harry "The Hat" Anderson performing a slick, occasionally shocking mi

Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!"

1986•Comedy
★8.0
Night of 100 Stars II (1985) movie poster
★8.0

Night of 100 Stars II — This special is the second "Night of 100 Stars" to benefit The Actors Fund of America. Edited from a seven-hour live ent

Night of 100 Stars II

1985•Comedy
★8.0
Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years (1990) movie poster
★8.0

Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years — A 50th anniversary tribute to Bugs Bunny

Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years

1990•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Harry Anderson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2014 A Matter of Faith Professor Kaman Flop Similar →
2006 Hexing a Hurricane Self Flop Similar →
1996 Harvey Elwood P. Dowd Flop Similar →
1996 Harry Anderson: The Tricks of His Trade Self Flop Similar →
1990 The Disneyland Story Host Super Hit Similar →
1990 Mother Goose Rock 'n' Rhyme Peter Piper Flop Similar →
1990 Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years Self Super Hit Similar →
1989 Can We Be Serious - Flop Similar →
1989 The Absent-Minded Professor: Trading Places Professor Henry Crawford Flop Similar →
1989 A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary Self Super Hit Similar →
1988 The Absent-Minded Professor Henry Crawford Flop Similar →
1988 Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs Freddie Flop Similar →
1988 Disney's Magic in the Magic Kingdom Self Flop Similar →
1988 She's Having a Baby Harry Anderson (uncredited) Average Similar →
1987 Harry Anderson's Sideshow Self Flop Similar →
1986 The Young Comedians All-Star Reunion Self Average Similar →
1986 Vanishing America - Flop Similar →
1986 Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!" Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Night of 100 Stars II Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Disneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration Self Super Hit Similar →
1982 The Escape Artist Harry Masters Average Similar →
1982 Twilight Theatre - Flop Similar →
1982 Magic with the Stars - Flop Similar →
1981 The 6th Annual Young Comedians Self Flop Similar →

Harry Anderson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Harry Anderson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry Anderson is "The Disneyland Story" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Harry Anderson acted in?

Harry Anderson has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Harry Anderson?

Other notable films include "A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary", "Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!"", and "Night of 100 Stars II".