John Landis - Actor Profile

John Landis

Directing
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 3, 1950
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

About John Landis

John David Landis (born August 3, 1950) is an American film director, screenwriter, actor, and producer. He is known for his comedies, his horror films, and his music videos with singer Michael Jackson.

Best John Landis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Landis's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
The Credible Adventures of Mr. T (2023) movie poster
★10.0

The Credible Adventures of Mr. T — Mr. T is an office worker with a passion. After work he copes by doing side gigs on film sets. Matching deadlines for on

The Credible Adventures of Mr. T

2023•Drama
★10.0
The Complete Bob Wilkins Creature Features (2012) movie poster
★10.0

The Complete Bob Wilkins Creature Features — Bob Wilkins (April 11, 1932 – January 7, 2009) was a beloved Northern California television personality best known for h

The Complete Bob Wilkins Creature Features

2012•Documentary
★9.5
Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy (2005) movie poster
★9.5

Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy — Documentary about the great 1940s horror movie producer Val Lewton, featured on the 2005 DVD release "The Val Lewton Hor

Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy

2005•Documentary
★9.0
Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman (2007) movie poster
★9.0

Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman — Famous Monster takes a fast-paced, colorful look at the life of science fiction's greatest fan - Forrest J. Ackerman, wh

Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman

2007•Documentary
★9.0
The Vincent Price Legacy (2025) movie poster
★9.0

The Vincent Price Legacy — The Legacy of Vincent Price, the first feature-length documentary about the Master of Menace, explores the man behind th

The Vincent Price Legacy

2025•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Landis.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Vincent Price Legacy Himself Super Hit Similar →
2024 Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 The Life and Deaths of Christopher Lee Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 Thriller 40 Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 The Credible Adventures of Mr. T Stranger Super Hit Similar →
2021 Blood, Guts and Sunshine: The History of Horror Made in Florida Self [archival] Hit Similar →
2021 Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster Self Hit Similar →
2021 I Am Alfred Hitchcock Self Hit Similar →
2020 Belushi Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2018 Bergman: A Year in a Life Self Hit Similar →
2016 Sidemen: Long Road To Glory - Hit Similar →
2015 Creature Designers: The Frankenstein Complex Self Hit Similar →
2015 In Their Own Words: Jim Henson Self - Friend & Filmmaker Hit Similar →
2012 Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan Self Hit Similar →
2012 The Complete Bob Wilkins Creature Features - Super Hit Similar →
2011 Nightmare Factory Self Hit Similar →
2010 The Wolf Man: From Ancient Curse to Modern Myth Self Hit Similar →
2010 Pure in Heart: The Life and Legacy of Lon Chaney, Jr. Self Hit Similar →
2009 The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story Self Hit Similar →
2007 Spine Tingler! The William Castle Story Self Super Hit Similar →
2007 Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Sci-Fi Boys Self Hit Similar →
2006 (buz'be bur'kle) n. A Study in Style Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 The Perfect Scary Movie Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 The Ax Maxime's Friend's Father Hit Similar →
2005 Ray Harryhausen: The Early Years Collection Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Hollywood's Creepiest Creatures Self Hit Similar →
2004 Spider-Man 2 Doctor Hit Similar →
2004 Chicago Filmmakers on the Chicago River Self Hit Similar →
2003 Michael Jackson's Private Home Movies Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2002 Forever Ealing Self Hit Similar →
2002 Masters of Horror Self Super Hit Similar →
2002 It's Black Entertainment Self Super Hit Similar →
2000 The American Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
1999 Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man' Host / Self Hit Similar →
1998 The Yearbook: An Animal House Reunion Self - Director Hit Similar →
1994 The World of Jim Henson Leanord Winesop (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1989 Stephen King's World of Horror Self Super Hit Similar →
1987 RoboCop Man in '6000 SUX' Commercial (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1985 B.B. King: Into the Night Self Super Hit Similar →
1983 Making Michael Jackson's Thriller Self Super Hit Similar →
1983 Trading Places Man with Briefcase (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1982 Take One: Fear on Film Self Hit Similar →
1981 An American Werewolf in London Man Smashed into Window (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1980 The Blues Brothers Trooper La Fong Super Hit Similar →
1979 The Muppet Movie Additional Muppet Performer Hit Similar →
1978 Animal House Cafeteria Dishwasher Hit Similar →
1971 Red Sun Henchman (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1970 Kelly's Heroes Sister Rosa Stigmata Hit Similar →

John Landis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Landis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Landis is "The Credible Adventures of Mr. T" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has John Landis acted in?

John Landis has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John Landis?

Other notable films include "The Complete Bob Wilkins Creature Features", "Shadows in the Dark: The Val Lewton Legacy", and "Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman".