
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). He was nominated for an Emmy Award in 1999 for guest-starring as Vin Makazian on The Sopranos (1999–2004).
Best John Heard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Heard's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Heard.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Living Among Us | Andrew | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Tale | William P. Allens | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Is That a Gun in Your Pocket? | Sheriff Parsons | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | So B. It | Thurman | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Murder Pact | John LaSalle | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Would You Rather | Conway | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | A Perfect Ending | Mason Westridge | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Too Big to Fail | Joe Gregory | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Formosa Betrayed | Tom Braxton | Average | 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 → |
| 2004 | White Chicks | Warren Vandergeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Word of Honor | Dr. Steven Brandt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Animal Factory | James Decker | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Pollock | Tony Smith | 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 → |
| 1996 | My Fellow Americans | Vice President Ted Matthews | Average | 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 → |
| 1988 | Beaches | John Pierce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Betrayed | Michael Carnes | Average | 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 → |
| 1983 | Will There Really Be a Morning? | Clifford Odets | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Cat People | Oliver Yates | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Cutter's Way | Alex Cutter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Chilly Scenes of Winter | Charles | 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 "Awakenings" with a rating of 7.8/10.
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 "Gladiator", "Home Alone", and "After Hours".




