Joel Weiss
ActingAbout Joel Weiss
Joel Weiss (born September 21, 1953) is an American character actor best known for Playing Cropsey of the Rogues in Walter Hill's cult classic The Warriors (1979). He also had a cameo in Hill's other movie Another 48 hours.
Joel Weiss Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joel Weiss reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joel Weiss's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Joel Weiss'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 Blue Lizard, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joel Weiss Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joel Weiss's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joel Weiss has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | City Teacher | Rabbi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Blue Lizard | Sammy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | A Drug Called Pornography | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Misfit Patrol | Andruzzi's Attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Carnival of Wolves | Todd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Congo | TraviCom Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | CyberTracker | Grubb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Meteor Man | Orderly | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Eddie Presley | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Red Room | Joe Richmond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | F.A.R.T.: The Movie | Russell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Another 48 Hrs. | Pit Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | That's Adequate | Nathan Hale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Monstrosity | Angelo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Quicksilver | Educated | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Brewster's Millions | Paparazzo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Warriors | Rogue | Super Hit | Similar → |
Joel Weiss - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joel Weiss?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joel Weiss is "The Blue Lizard" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Joel Weiss acted in?
Joel Weiss has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joel Weiss?
Other notable films include "Carnival of Wolves", "The Warriors", and "Brewster's Millions".