John Heard
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John Heard Jr. (March 7, 1946 – July 21, 2017) was an American actor. Heard made his debut appearance in film with the ensemble Between the Lines (1977). He appeared in a number of successful films, including Heart Beat (1980), Cutter's Way (1981), Cat People (1982), Beaches (1988), and Deceived (1991), and was perhaps best known for his role of Peter McCallister in the first two Home Alone films (1990–1992). He was nominated for an Emmy Award in 1999 for guest-starring as Vin Makazian on The Sopranos (1999–2004).
John Heard Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Heard 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 John Heard's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of John Heard'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 Virtuoso, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Heard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Heard's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Heard has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Tale | William P. Allens | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | So B. It | Thurman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | A Perfect Ending | Mason Westridge | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Too Big to Fail | Joe Gregory | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Generation Gap | Principal Winters | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Lucky Ones | Bob | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Justice League: The New Frontier | Ace Morgan (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Great Debaters | Sheriff Dozier | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Battlestar Galactica: Razor | Commander Barry Garner (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Guardian | Capt. Frank Larson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sweet Land | Minister Sorrensen | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Chumscrubber | Officer Lou Bratley | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Freak Weather | David | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | White Chicks | Warren Vandergeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mind the Gap | Henry Richards | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Word of Honor | Dr. Steven Brandt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Animal Factory | James Decker | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Pollock | Tony Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Wednesday Woman | Bill Davidson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Pact | Jerome Carver | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Snake Eyes | Gilbert Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | One Eight Seven | Dave Childress | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Silent Cradle | Dr. Britain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Because Mommy Works | Ted Forman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Pelican Brief | Gavin Vereek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | In the Line of Fire | Professor Riger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | There Was a Little Boy | Gregg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Home Alone 2: Lost in New York | Peter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Waterland | Lewis Scott | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Gladiator | John Riley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Radio Flyer | Daugherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Mindwalk | Thomas Harriman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Rambling Rose | Older Willcox "Buddy" Hillyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Awakenings | Dr. Kaufman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Home Alone | Peter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Package | Col. Glen Whitacre | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Virtuoso | Michael Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Beaches | John Pierce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big | Paul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Milagro Beanfield War | Charlie Bloom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dear America: Letters Home from Vietnam | Johnny Boy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Trip to Bountiful | Ludie Watts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | After Hours | Tom the Bartender | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Heaven Help Us | Brother Timothy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Best Revenge | Charlie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Legs | Dan Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Will There Really Be a Morning? | Clifford Odets | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Cutter's Way | Alex Cutter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Chilly Scenes of Winter | Charles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Valley Forge | - | Hit | Similar → |
John Heard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Heard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Heard is "Virtuoso" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Heard acted in?
John Heard has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Heard?
Other notable films include "Best Revenge", "The Wednesday Woman", and "Awakenings".