Jon Gries
ActingAbout Jon Gries
An American actor, writer and director. He is known for his role in Napoleon Dynamite as Uncle Rico, and more recently "Lost" as Roger Linus, "Taken" as Casey, and "The Pretender" as Broots. From early roles like Lazlo Hollyfeld in "Real Genius" to the suspicious Greg Hunt in "White Lotus" his career spans across genres, showcasing his talent in both comedic and dramatic roles.
Jon Gries Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jon Gries reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jon Gries's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of Jon Gries'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 Durant's Never Closes, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jon Gries Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jon Gries's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jon Gries has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Wish Upon a Unicorn | Bud | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Time Warp Vol. 3: Comedy and Camp | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Glass Jaw | Sam Austin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | You're So Cool, Brewster! The Story of Fright Night | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Operation Chromite | Hoyt Vandenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Durant's Never Closes | Dizzy Dean | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Endgame | Principal Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pass the Light | Franklin | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Americons | Billy | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Taken 3 | Mark Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Last Survivors | Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Locker 13 | Archie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Faults | Terry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Taken 2 | Mark Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Five Time Champion | Melvin Glee | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Natural Selection | Peter | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Elsewhere | Mr. Tod | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Taken | Mark Casey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | American Pastime | Ed Tully | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Astronaut Farmer | FBI Agent Killbourne | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Car Babes | Gary | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Stick It | Brice Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Sasquatch Gang | Chilcutt | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Waterborne | Ritter | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Last Best Chance | Bernard Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Napoleon Dynamite | Uncle Rico | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Rundown | Harvey | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Snow Walker | Pierce | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Northfork | Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Big Empty | Elron | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Beatnicks | B Cool | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Pretender: Island of the Haunted | Broots | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Jackpot | Sunny Holiday / Glen Allen Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Pretender 2001 | Broots | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Twin Falls Idaho | Lawyer Jay Harrison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Men in Black | Van Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Casualties | Bill Summers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Maze | Dr. Holmes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Race Against Time: The Search for Sarah | Steve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Get Shorty | Ronnie Wingate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Grifters | Drunk's Friend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Kill Me Again | Alan Swayzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Fright Night Part 2 | Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Monster Squad | Desperate Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Running Scared | Det. Tony Montoya | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Real Genius | Lazlo Hollyfeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | September Gun | Brian Brian | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Sunnyside | Wild Child | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Helter Skelter | William Garretson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Will Penny | Horace | Hit | Similar → |
Jon Gries - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jon Gries?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jon Gries is "Durant's Never Closes" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Jon Gries acted in?
Jon Gries has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jon Gries?
Other notable films include "The Maze", "Taken", and "Men in Black".