Richard Nixon
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Richard Milhous Nixon (January 9, 1913 – April 22, 1994) was the 37th president of the United States, serving from 1969 to 1974. A member of the Republican Party, Nixon previously served as the 36th vice president from 1953 to 1961, having risen to national prominence as a representative and senator from California. After five years in the White House that saw the conclusion to the U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, détente with the Soviet Union and China, and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency, he became the only president to resign from the office, following the Watergate scandal. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Nixon, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Nixon reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Richard Nixon's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Nixon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Laissez-faire, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Nixon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Nixon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Nixon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jim Henson Idea Man | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Apollo 13: Survival | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kennedy, Sinatra and the Mafia | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Kennedy Dynasty | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) | Self - 37th President of the United States (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Citizen Jane Fonda | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Public Trust | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Coup 53 | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hesburgh | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | American Youth | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | 1968: A Year of War, Turmoil and Beyond | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Flying Supersonic | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | This Is Bob Hope... | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Shadow World | Self - Politician (voice) (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | 13th | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | O.J.: Made in America | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Houston, We Have a Problem! | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Laissez-faire | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | JFK to 9/11: Everything is a Rich Man's Trick | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Led Zeppelin Played Here | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Nixon by Nixon: In His Own Words | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Presidents' Gatekeepers | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | War on Whistleblowers: Free Press and the National Security State | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Untold History Of The United States | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The House I Live In | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Palme | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | When You're Strange | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Gasland | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Most Dangerous Man in America | Self - President (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Man on Wire | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The War on Democracy | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Annie Leibovitz: Life Through a Lens | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Sicko | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Buy the Ticket, Take the Ride | Self (archival) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | This Film Is Not Yet Rated | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Deadline | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Fog of War | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Presidential Bloopers | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Sports on the Silver Screen | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Devils Don't Dream! | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Inside the White House | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Doors | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Jackie Gleason: The Great One | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Killing Fields | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The War at Home | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Grin Without a Cat | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | All the President's Men | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Rocky Horror Picture Show | Self (archive sound) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Hearts and Minds | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
Richard Nixon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Nixon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Nixon is "Laissez-faire" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Nixon acted in?
Richard Nixon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Nixon?
Other notable films include "American Youth", "Sports on the Silver Screen", and "The Presidents' Gatekeepers".