Dirk Benedict - Actor Profile

Dirk Benedict

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
29Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 1, 1945
Birth Place: Helena, Montana, USA

About Dirk Benedict

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Dirk Benedict  (born Dirk Niewoehner; March 1, 1945) is an American movie, television and stage actor, perhaps best known for playing the characters Lieutenant Templeton "Faceman" Peck in The A-Team television series and Lieutenant Starbuck in the original Battlestar Galactica film and television series. Description above from the Wikipedia article Dirk Benedict, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia

Dirk Benedict Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Dirk Benedict reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Dirk Benedict's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 31% of Dirk Benedict'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 Scruples, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Dirk Benedict Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dirk Benedict's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Dirk Benedict has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Battle of the 80s Supercars with David Hasselhoff Self - Host Hit Similar →
2019 Space Ninjas Jack Strange Flop Similar →
2010 The A-Team Pensacola Prisoner Milt Average Similar →
2006 Out of Bounds Douglas Burnett Average Similar →
2006 Earthstorm Victor Stevens Flop Similar →
1999 The Adventures of Young Brave Tyler Super Hit Similar →
1996 Abduction of Innocence Robert Steves Hit Similar →
1996 Alaska Jake Barnes Average Similar →
1995 The Feminine Touch John Mackie Hit Similar →
1994 Demon Keeper Alexander Harris Flop Similar →
1993 Official Denial Lt. Col. Dan Lerner Average Similar →
1992 Shadow Force Rick Kelly Hit Similar →
1991 Blue Tornado Alex Long Flop Similar →
1991 Bejewelled Gordon Flop Similar →
1989 Trenchcoat in Paradise Eddie Mazda Average Similar →
1986 Body Slam M. Harry Smilac Flop Similar →
1984 Mark of the Devil Frank Rowlett Flop Similar →
1981 Scruples Spider Elliott Super Hit Similar →
1981 Ruckus Kyle Hanson Average Similar →
1981 Underground Aces Pete Huffman Flop Similar →
1980 The Georgia Peaches Dusty Tyree Average Similar →
1979 Scavenger Hunt Jeff Stevens Average Similar →
1979 Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack Lt. Starbuck Hit Similar →
1978 Battlestar Galactica Lt. Starbuck Hit Similar →
1978 Cruise Into Terror Simon McLane Flop Similar →
1975 Journey from Darkness Bill Hit Similar →
1974 W William Caulder Average Similar →
1973 Sssssss David Blake Flop Similar →
1972 Georgia, Georgia Michael Winters Average Similar →

Dirk Benedict - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dirk Benedict?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dirk Benedict is "Scruples" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Dirk Benedict acted in?

Dirk Benedict has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dirk Benedict?

Other notable films include "The Adventures of Young Brave", "Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack", and "Shadow Force".

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