John Pinette
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John Paul Pinette (/pɪˈnɛt/ pi-NET; March 23, 1964 – April 5, 2014) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, and Broadway performer. He toured the comedy club circuit beginning in the 1980s and appeared in cinema and on television. Besides stand-up, Pinette did various impressions, among them Michael Jackson, The Chipmunks, Elvis Presley, Gollum from The Lord of the Rings, Hervé Villechaize (Tattoo from Fantasy Island), an Ewok, actor Marlon Brando (notably Brando's role in The Godfather), as well as a range of regional accents. He occasionally sang in his stand-up routines, working in songs such as "Over the Rainbow" from The Wizard of Oz, "Will You Be There" from Free Willy, and "Don't Cry for Me Argentina". Description above from the Wikipedia article John Pinette, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
John Pinette Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Pinette reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Pinette's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of John Pinette'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 John Pinette: I'm Starvin'!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Pinette Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Pinette's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Pinette has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | John Pinette: You Go Now | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | John Pinette: Still Hungry | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Last Godfather | Macho | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The All-Star Show: Comedy Special | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | John Pinette: I'm Starvin'! | John Pinette | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | John Pinette: I Say Nay Nay | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Punisher | Bumpo | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Do It for Uncle Manny | Sammy Levin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Duets | John | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | My 5 Wives | Stewart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Simon Sez | Micro | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Dear God | Junior | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Hart to Hart: Secrets of the Hart | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Junior | Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Revenge of the Nerds IV: Nerds in Love | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Reckless Kelly | Sam Delance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Revenge of the Nerds III: The Next Generation | Trevor Gulf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Thanksgiving Day | Delivery Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Pinette - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Pinette?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Pinette is "John Pinette: I'm Starvin'!" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has John Pinette acted in?
John Pinette has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Pinette?
Other notable films include "Thanksgiving Day", "John Pinette: Still Hungry", and "John Pinette: I Say Nay Nay".