Jamie Farr - Actor Profile

Jamie Farr

Acting
42Total Films
8.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 1, 1934
Birth Place: Toledo, Ohio, USA

About Jamie Farr

Jamie Farr (born Jameel Joseph Farah; July 1, 1934) is an American comedian and actor, best known for playing the cross-dressing Corporal Maxwell Klinger on M*A*S*H. He was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Lebanese immigrants, and served in the army in Korea.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jamie Farr reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 42 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Jamie Farr's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jamie Farr remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rodney Dangerfield's The Really Big Show, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jamie Farr Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jamie Farr's career based on audience ratings.

★8.7
Rodney Dangerfield's The Really Big Show (1991) movie poster
★8.7

Rodney Dangerfield's The Really Big Show — Rodney Dangerfield wants the hottest up-and-coming comedians for his new HBO special, but as always, he gets no respect.

Rodney Dangerfield's The Really Big Show

1991•Comedy
★8.6
M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television (2024) movie poster
★8.6

M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television — Join the individuals who made M*A*S*H as they celebrate one of the most beloved, enduringly popular, often quoted and in

M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television

2024•Documentary
★7.1
Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) movie poster
★7.1

Tora! Tora! Tora! — In the summer of 1941, the United States and Japan seem on the brink of war after constant embargos and failed diplomacy

Tora! Tora! Tora!

1970•War
★7.0
Who's Minding the Mint? (1967) movie poster
★7.0

Who's Minding the Mint? — A bumbling government employee accidentally destroys a small fortune and decides to break into the US Mint to replace it

Who's Minding the Mint?

1967•Comedy
★6.9
Blackboard Jungle (1955) movie poster
★6.9

Blackboard Jungle — Richard Dadier is a teacher at North Manual High School, an inner-city school where many of the pupils frequently engage

Blackboard Jungle

1955•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jamie Farr.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 M*A*S*H: When Television Changed Forever Self Flop Similar →
2018 Angels on Tap Alexander Flop Similar →
2010 The Real M*A*S*H Himself Flop Similar →
2007 A Grandpa for Christmas Adam Johnson Average Similar →
2006 The Chuck Barris Story: My Life On The Edge Self Flop Similar →
2006 The Real Match Game Story: Behind The Blank Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 M*A*S*H: 30th Anniversary Reunion Himself Average Similar →
2001 A Month of Sundays Par Sundquist Flop Similar →
1995 You Snooze You Lose Dr. Hanley Flop Similar →
1991 Memories of M*A*S*H Self / Maxwell Klinger Flop Similar →
1991 Rodney Dangerfield's The Really Big Show Self Super Hit Similar →
1991 Fearless Tiger Sam Camille Flop Similar →
1989 Curse II: The Bite Harry Morton Flop Similar →
1989 Speed Zone Cannonballer #2 Flop Similar →
1988 Scrooged Jacob Marley Hit Similar →
1988 Run Till You Fall Michael Reuben Flop Similar →
1987 Happy Hour Crummy Fred Flop Similar →
1986 Combat Academy Col. Frierick Flop Similar →
1986 A Masterpiece of Murder Jamie Farr Flop Similar →
1984 For Love or Money Larry Melody Flop Similar →
1984 Cannonball Run II Sheik Flop Similar →
1981 Return of the Rebels Mickey Fine Average Similar →
1981 The Cannonball Run Sheik Average Similar →
1980 The Gong Show Movie Himself Flop Similar →
1980 Murder Can Hurt You! Studsky Flop Similar →
1980 Kraft Salutes Disneyland's 25th Anniversary Self Flop Similar →
1979 Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill Snuffy McCann Flop Similar →
1976 Joys Self Flop Similar →
1973 Arnold Dybbi Flop Similar →
1973 The Blue Knight Yasser Hafiz Average Similar →
1973 Heavy Traffic Arcade Owner Average Similar →
1970 Tora! Tora! Tora! Multiple Characters (voice) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
N/A The Arab Americans Self Flop Similar →
1968 With Six You Get Eggroll Jo Jo Average Similar →
1967 Who's Minding the Mint? Mario Hit Similar →
1966 Ride Beyond Vengeance Pete the Blacksmith Average Similar →
1965 The Greatest Story Ever Told Thaddaeus Average Similar →
1956 Three Violent People Pedro Ortega Average Similar →
1956 Diane Count Ridolfi's Mute Squire (uncredited) Average Similar →
1955 Kismet Orange Merchant (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 Blackboard Jungle Santini Hit Similar →

Jamie Farr - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jamie Farr?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jamie Farr is "Rodney Dangerfield's The Really Big Show" with a rating of 8.7/10.

How many movies has Jamie Farr acted in?

Jamie Farr has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jamie Farr?

Other notable films include "M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television", "Tora! Tora! Tora!", and "Who's Minding the Mint?".