
Earl Pastko
ActingAbout Earl Pastko
Earl Pastko (born December 10, 1965) is an American actor. He was born in Chicago and moved to Canada in 1985. Pastko is a founding member of Chicago's Remains Theater Company. He worked extensively in theatre with noted directors Ken McDougall, Paul Bettis, Alexander Hausvater, Brian Quirt, Vikki Anderson and Morris Panych, among others. Pastko received a Dora nomination for his performance in La Ronde and a Jessie nomination for The Ends of The Earth. His most recent stage appearances were as Lars in The Company Theatre's production of Festen and as Alexander Stern in The Rant, presented by Chicago's Mary Arrcher Theatre Co. His best known film roles are as Satan in Bruce McDonald's Highway 61; as Hartley Otis in Atom Egoyan's The Sweet Hereafter; as the artist in Jeremy Podeswa's Eclipse; and the hotel detective in David Weaver's Century Hotel. Pastko worked with George A. Romero (Land of the Dead); Eugene Levy (Sodbusters); and Roger Christian (Masterminds and Battlefield Earth). Description above from the Wikipedia article Earl Pastko, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Earl Pastko Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Earl Pastko reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Earl Pastko's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 9% of Earl Pastko'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 The Sweet Hereafter, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Earl Pastko Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Earl Pastko's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Earl Pastko has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Birdland | Bob McIntyre, The Cowboy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Manhattan Undying | Dr. Larry Wilkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Colony | Scientist | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Cottage Country | Vagrant | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Mountie | Olaf | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Just Business | Eli Perla | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Premonition | Vargas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Land of the Dead | Roach | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Shelf Life | Old Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Cremation of Sam McGee | Cap | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Battlefield Earth | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Motel | Louie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dog Park | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Sweet Hereafter | Hartley Otto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Masterminds | Captain Jankel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Eclipse | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jungleground | Louis Brising | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Sodbusters | Butch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Heads | Lloyd Hubbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Gross Misconduct: The Life of Brian Spencer | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Highway 61 | Mr. Skin (a.k.a. Satan) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Roadkill | Children of Paradise drums | Average | Similar → |
Earl Pastko - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Earl Pastko?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Earl Pastko is "The Sweet Hereafter" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Earl Pastko acted in?
Earl Pastko has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Earl Pastko?
Other notable films include "Highway 61", "Land of the Dead", and "Jungleground".




