Ben Shenkman
ActingAbout Ben Shenkman
Benjamin Shenkman is an American actor, known for his roles in the comedy-drama series Royal Pains and the acclaimed HBO miniseries Angels in America, which earned him both Primetime Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominations.
Ben Shenkman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ben Shenkman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ben Shenkman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Ben Shenkman'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 Requiem for a Dream, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ben Shenkman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ben Shenkman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ben Shenkman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | The Auction | Eric Pasternak | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Christmas Eve in Miller's Point | Lenny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Conspiracy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Forty Winks | Daryl Camacho | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Trial of the Chicago 7 | Leonard Weinglass | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Breathe In | Sheldon | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Concussion | Graeme | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Key Man | Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Blue Valentine | Dr. Feinberg | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Brief Interviews with Hideous Men | Subject #14 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Solitary Man | Peter Hartofilias | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Breakfast with Scot | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Then She Found Me | Dr. Freddy Epner | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Americanese | Steve | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Wrestling with Angels: Playwright Tony Kushner | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Just Like Heaven | Dr. Brett Rushton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Must Love Dogs | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Stella Shorts 1998-2002 | Hans | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | People I Know | Radio Announcer (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Roger Dodger | Donovan | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Personal Velocity | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Chasing Sleep | Officer Stewart | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Requiem for a Dream | Dr. Spencer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Jesus' Son | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Table One | Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Joe Gould's Secret | David | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | 30 Days | Jordan Trainer | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Thick as Thieves | Veterinarian | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Siege | Kaplan, INS | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Pi | Lenny Meyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Camp Stories | Yehudah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Eraser | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Quiz Show | Childress | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | After | - | Flop | Similar → |
Ben Shenkman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ben Shenkman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ben Shenkman is "Requiem for a Dream" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Ben Shenkman acted in?
Ben Shenkman has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ben Shenkman?
Other notable films include "The Trial of the Chicago 7", "Quiz Show", and "Pi".