Frank Oz
ActingAbout Frank Oz
Frank Oz (born Richard Frank Oznowicz; May 25, 1944) is a British-born American film director, actor, voice actor, and puppeteer. He is known for creating and performing the characters Miss Piggy and Fozzie Bear in The Muppet Show and for directing films, including the Little Shop Of Horrors remake and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. He is also the operator and voice of Yoda in the Star Wars franchise.
Frank Oz Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Oz reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frank Oz's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Frank Oz'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 An Evening with Jim Henson and Frank Oz, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Oz Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Oz's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Oz has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Inside Out 2 | Mind Cop Dave (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Jim Henson Idea Man | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Knives Out | Alan Stevens | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Director and the Jedi | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Muppet Guys Talking: Secrets Behind the Show the Whole World Watched | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Star Wars: The Force Awakens | Yoda (archive sound) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Inside Out | Subconscious Guard Dave (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Sesame Street: Elmo's Potty Time | Grover (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith | Yoda (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | When Star Wars Ruled the World | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Story of Star Wars | Yoda (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Sesame Street: Let's Eat! Funny Food Songs | Grover / Cookie Monster (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Muppets Magic from 'The Ed Sullivan Show!' | Muppet Performer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sesame Street: Bert & Ernie's Word Play | Bert / Cookie Monster (credit song) / T-Shirt Salesman / Fat Blue Anything Muppet in Fat Cat (voice) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Monsters, Inc. | Jeff Fungus (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Beginning: Making Episode I | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Best of Kermit on Sesame Street | Grover (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The World of Jim Henson | Self / Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Sesame Street: 25 Wonderful Years: A Musical Celebration! | Grover | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Muppet Christmas Carol | Miss Piggy as Emily Cratchit / Fozzie Bear as Fozziewig / Sam the Eagle as Headmaster of Junior High Graduates / Animal / George the Janitor / Horse and Carriage Driver / Vegetable Salesman (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jim Henson's Memorial Service | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sing! Sesame Street Remembers Joe Raposo and His Music | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | 50 Years of Television: A Golden Celebration | Miss Piggy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | An Evening with Jim Henson and Frank Oz | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Free to Be... a Family | Miss Piggy (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Labyrinth | The Wiseman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sesame Street: Learning About Numbers | Grover / Fat Blue Tarnish Brother (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Muppet Video: Rowlf's Rhapsodies with the Muppets | Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Children's Songs and Stories with the Muppets | Miss Piggy (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Trading Places | Corrupt Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Return of the Jedi | Yoda (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Fantastic Miss Piggy Show | Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear / Animal (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Of Muppets & Men | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | An American Werewolf in London | Mr. Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Blues Brothers | Corrections Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Empire Strikes Back | Yoda (Voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Muppet Movie | Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear / Animal / Sam the Eagle / Doc Hopper's Men / Marvin Suggs / Swedish Chef (hands) / Motorcycle Guy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Orson Welles Show | Self / Fozzie Bear / Animal / Sam Eagle (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Christmas Eve on Sesame Street | Bert / Cookie Monster / Grover (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Out to Lunch | Bert / Cookie Monster / Grover (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Julie on Sesame Street | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Muppets on Puppets | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Sesame Street Pitch Reel | Scoop / Beautiful Day Monster (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Time Piece | Messenger boy | Hit | Similar → |
Frank Oz - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Oz?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Oz is "An Evening with Jim Henson and Frank Oz" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Frank Oz acted in?
Frank Oz has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Oz?
Other notable films include "Sing! Sesame Street Remembers Joe Raposo and His Music", "Sesame Street: Let's Eat! Funny Food Songs", and "Jim Henson's Memorial Service".