Allen Garfield
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Allen Garfield, born and sometimes credited as Allen Goorwitz (November 22, 1939 - April 7, 2020), was an American film and television actor. Garfield was born in Newark, New Jersey, the son of Alice (née Lavroff) and Philip Goorwitz.A graduate of Weequahic High School, he was a sports reporter and Golden Gloves boxer before becoming an actor. He studied acting at The Actors Studio in New York City, studying with both Lee Strasberg and Elia Kazan, and worked in stage before film. Garfield was a quirky and prolific actor who appeared in over 100 films and television shows. He was known for playing nervous villains, corrupt businessmen and politicians. In addition he appeared in two art films by German director Wim Wenders, Der Stand der Dinge and Bis ans Ende der Welt. Garfield had one sister, Lois. Description above from the Wikipedia article Allen Garfield, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Allen Garfield Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Allen Garfield reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Allen Garfield's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Allen Garfield's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Paco, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Allen Garfield Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Allen Garfield's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Allen Garfield has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | The Majestic | Leo Kubelsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Ninth Gate | Witkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Crime of the Century | Lt. James Finn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Wild Side | Dan Rackman | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Patriots | Eagleman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Miracle Beach | Magnus O'Leary | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Citizen Cohn | Abe Feller | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Until the End of the World | Bernie, Used Car Dealer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dick Tracy | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Let It Ride | Greenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Beverly Hills Cop II | Harold Lutz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | You Ruined My Life | Howie | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Killer in the Mirror | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Desert Bloom | Mr. Mosol | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Report from Hollywood | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Cotton Club | Otto 'Abbadabba' Berman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Teachers | Carl Rosenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Get Crazy | Max Wolfe | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Black Stallion Returns | Kurr | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The State of Things | Gordon | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | One from the Heart | Restaurant Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Continental Divide | Howard McDermott | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Leave 'Em Laughing | Dr. Arthur Abrams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Stunt Man | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Brink's Job | Vinnie Costa | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Ring of Passion | Damon Runyon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Nowhere to Run | Herbie Stolz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Sketches of a Strangler | Jack Garvey (as Allen Goorwitz) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Million Dollar Rip-Off | Lt. Ralph Fogherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Paco | Padre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Serpico: The Deadly Game | The Professor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Nashville | Barnett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Front Page | Kruger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Sonny Boy | Sonny Boy Walker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Conversation | William P. 'Bernie' Moran | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Busting | Carl Rizzo | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Incident at Vichy | Lebeau, A Painter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Marcus-Nelson Murders | Mario Portello | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Slither | Vincent J. Palmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Footsteps | Brewster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Candidate | Klein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Top of the Heap | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Organization | Benjy | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | You've Got To Walk It Like You Talk It or You'll Lose That Beat | Herby Moss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Bananas | Man On Cross | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Taking Off | Norman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | March of the Spring Hare | Martin Axborough | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Owl and the Pussycat | Dress Shop Proprietor | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Hi, Mom! | Joe Banner | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Putney Swope | Elias, Jr. | Average | Similar → |
Allen Garfield - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Allen Garfield?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Allen Garfield is "Paco" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Allen Garfield acted in?
Allen Garfield has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Allen Garfield?
Other notable films include "Incident at Vichy", "Serpico: The Deadly Game", and "You've Got To Walk It Like You Talk It or You'll Lose That Beat".