Fritz Weaver
ActingAbout Fritz Weaver
Fritz William Weaver (January 19, 1926 − November 26, 2016) was an American actor in television, stage, and motion pictures. He portrayed Dr. Josef Weiss in the 1978 epic television drama Holocaust, for which he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award. In cinema, he made his debut in the film Fail Safe (1964) and also appeared in Marathon Man (1976), Creepshow (1982), and The Thomas Crown Affair (1999). Among many television roles, he performed in the movie The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975). He also worked in science fiction and fantasy, especially in television series and movies like The Twilight Zone, 'Way Out, Night Gallery, The X-Files, The Martian Chronicles, and Demon Seed.
Fritz Weaver Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fritz Weaver reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fritz Weaver's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Fritz Weaver'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 Maid in America, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fritz Weaver Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fritz Weaver's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fritz Weaver has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Congressman | Harlan Lantier | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Cobbler | Mr. Solomon | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight | Hugo Black | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | This Must Be the Place | Cheyenne's Father (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Imaginary Witness: Hollywood and the Holocaust | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Unsung Heroes of Pearl Harbor | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Revisiting 'Fail-Safe' | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Thomas Crown Affair | John Reynolds (Golf Buddy) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women | Father Theas (segment "Woman on a Bicycle") | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Broken Trust | Lionel Nash | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Spring Awakening | Captain Von Koster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pointman | Jason | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Blind Spot | Simon | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Citizen Cohn | Sen. Everett Dirksen | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Ironclads | John Ericsson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Tales from the Darkside | Dr. Fenner | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | My Name Is Bill W. | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Under Siege | Bernard Hughes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Power | Wallace Furman | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Don't Eat the Pictures: Sesame Street at the Metropolitan Museum of Art | Osiris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Alice in Wonderland | Caterpillar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Creepshow | Dexter Stanley (segment "The Crate") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Maid in America | Jonas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | See China and Die | Poston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Children of Divorce | Eli Sorenson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Big Fix | Oscar Procari Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Captains Courageous | Harvey Cheyne, Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Return of Wonder Woman | Dr. Solano | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Demon Seed | Alex Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Black Sunday | FBI Agent Sam Corley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Marathon Man | Professor Biesenthal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Legend of Lizzie Borden | Mr. Andrew Borden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Henry James' The Jolly Corner | Spencer Brydon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | A Touch of the Poet | Cornelius Melody | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Day of the Dolphin | Harold DeMilo | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Rx for the Defense | Dr. Daniel Kemper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Hunter | Cirrak | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Female Instinct | Anton de Tourolet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Heat of Anger | Vincent Kagel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Berlin Affair | Joe Mallicent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Company of Killers | John Shankalien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Maltese Bippy | Mischa Ravenswood | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Borgia Stick | Anderson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | To Trap a Spy | Andrew Vulcan | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Guns of August | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Fail Safe | Col. Cascio | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Power and the Glory | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Jane Eyre | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Man from a Missing Land | Self - Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
Fritz Weaver - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fritz Weaver?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fritz Weaver is "Maid in America" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fritz Weaver acted in?
Fritz Weaver has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fritz Weaver?
Other notable films include "Heat of Anger", "Berlin Affair", and "A Touch of the Poet".