Andrew McCarthy
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Andrew Thomas McCarthy (born November 29, 1962) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles in the 1980s films St. Elmo's Fire, Mannequin, Weekend at Bernie's, Pretty in Pink, and Less Than Zero, and more recently for his role in the television shows Lipstick Jungle and Royal Pains.
Andrew McCarthy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Andrew McCarthy reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Andrew McCarthy's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Andrew McCarthy'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 Dragonwheel, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Andrew McCarthy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Andrew McCarthy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Andrew McCarthy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | BRATS | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Come Dance with Me | Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Brooklyn Brothers Beat the Best | Brian | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Don't You Forget About Me | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | The National Tree | Corey Burdock | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Good Guy | Cash | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Spiderwick Chronicles | Richard Grace | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Crusader | Hank Robinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Hollywood Mom's Mystery | Kit Freers | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | 2BPerfectlyHonest | Josh | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Kingdom Hospital | Dr. Hook | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Anything But Love | Elliot Shephard | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Straight From the Heart | Tyler Ross | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dragonwheel | Uncredited | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Secret Life of Zoey | Mike Harper | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Diggity: A Home at Last | Raymond Cane | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Nowhere in Sight | Eric Shelton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Sight | Michael Lewis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | A Storm in Summer | Stanley Banner | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | New Waterford Girl | Cecil Sweeney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Perfect Assassins | FBI Agent Ben Carroway | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | I'm Losing You | Bertie Krohn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | I Woke Up Early the Day I Died | Cemetery Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Bela Donna | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Father for Brittany | Keith Lussier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hostile Force | Rabbit (Mike) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Stag | Pete Weber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Christmas Tree | Richard Reilly | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mulholland Falls | Jimmy Fields | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Things I Never Told You | Don Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Night of the Running Man | Jerry Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Getting In | Rupert Grimm | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle | Eddie Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Dead Funny | Reggie Barker | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Joy Luck Club | Ted Jordan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Weekend at Bernie's II | Larry Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Only You | Clifford Godfrey | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Year of the Gun | David Raybourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dr. M | Assassin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Weekend at Bernie's | Larry Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Fresh Horses | Matt Larkin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Kansas | Wade Corey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Less Than Zero | Clay | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Waiting for the Moon | Henry Hopper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Mannequin | Jonathan Switcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Pretty in Pink | Blane McDonough | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | St. Elmo's Fire | Kevin Dolenz | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Heaven Help Us | Michael Dunn | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Beniker Gang | Arthur Beniker | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Class | Jonathan | Average | Similar → |
Andrew McCarthy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Andrew McCarthy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Andrew McCarthy is "Dragonwheel" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Andrew McCarthy acted in?
Andrew McCarthy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Andrew McCarthy?
Other notable films include "A Father for Brittany", "The Hollywood Mom's Mystery", and "Hostile Force".