Victor Slezak
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Victor Slezak (born July 30, 1957) is an American stage, television and screen actor who has appeared in numerous films, including The Bridges of Madison County (1995), Beyond Rangoon (1995), The Devil's Own (1997), The Siege (1998),The Cat's Meow (2001), Timequest as John F. Kennedy (2002) and The Notorious Bettie Page (2005). On Broadway, he starred as John F. Kennedy, opposite Margaret Colin, in Jackie: An American Life. He appeared Off-Broadway in 2007, playing the father of the character played by actress Olivia Wilde in Beauty on the Vine at the Harold Clurman Theatre. Slezak was born in Youngstown, Ohio. He is married to Leslie Rawlings; they have one child. Slezak is not related to Walter Slezak or Erika Slezak. His surname is of Czech origin (Slezák, meaning Silesian).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Victor Slezak reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Victor Slezak'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Victor Slezak remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in An Old Fashioned Love Story: Making 'The Bridges of Madison County', which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Victor Slezak Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Victor Slezak's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Victor Slezak.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Take Me Home | Bob | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Babygirl | Mr. Missel | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Order | Richard Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Independent | President Archer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Out of the Blue | Richard Chambers | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Worth | John Ashcroft | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Glorias | Editor NY Times Magazine | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Report | Senator Jay Rockefeller | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Land of Steady Habits | Wes Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Mulberry Bush | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | A Rising Tide | Alek Rama | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | That Awkward Moment | Older Gentleman | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight | Marshal of the Court | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Reluctant Fundamentalist | Maxwell Underwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Abduction | Tom Shealy | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Salt | One-Star General | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Veronika Decides to Die | Gabriel Durant | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bride Wars | Colson | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | An Old Fashioned Love Story: Making 'The Bridges of Madison County' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Notorious Bettie Page | Minister in Miami | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Timequest | John F. Kennedy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Ponder Heart | Ovid Springer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Cat's Meow | George Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Lost Souls | Father Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Mystery of the Blues | O'Bannion | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Siege | Colonel Hardwick | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | One Tough Cop | FBI Agent Burt Payne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Atrocity Exhibition | Travis Talbert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Fool's Gold | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Devil's Own | Evan Stanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Beyond Rangoon | Mr. Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Bridges of Madison County | Michael Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Just Cause | Sgt. Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Melissa | Rick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Reunion | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story | Sanger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Bed & Breakfast | Alex Caxton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Darrow | John Fredericks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Good Policeman | Burt Bortlesman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Five Corners | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
Victor Slezak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Victor Slezak?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Victor Slezak is "An Old Fashioned Love Story: Making 'The Bridges of Madison County'" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Victor Slezak acted in?
Victor Slezak has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Victor Slezak?
Other notable films include "The Bridges of Madison County", "The Report", and "Worth".