Lonny Ross

Acting

Freshness: Jan 18, 2026

9Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1978

Birth Place: Wantagh, New York, USA

About Lonny Ross

Lonny Ross is an American comedy actor and writer. As part of the ensemble on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock, he received a nomination for a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work as Josh Girard, the naive yet lovable sketch comedy actor. On a DVD commentary, Tina Fey described Lonny as "funny and nice." Lonny also appeared on the Cartoon Network live action series, Level Up, as Max Ross, the eccentric billionaire video-game designer. Lonny participated in a Level Up cast panel discussion at San Diego Comic-Con. He has also appeared in the films, Good Luck Chuck, The Rocker, and College Road Trip. He has written a comedy pilot for IFC, and a web series for Comedy Central.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lonny Ross reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Lonny Ross's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lonny Ross remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Futile and Stupid Gesture, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Lonny Ross Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lonny Ross's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) movie poster

★6.5

A Futile and Stupid Gesture — In a life full of triumph and failure, "National Lampoon" co-founder Doug Kenney built a comedy empire, molding pop cult

A Futile and Stupid Gesture

2018•Comedy

★6.3

Watching the Detectives (2007) movie poster

★6.3

Watching the Detectives — Neil, a self-proclaimed film geek and owner of Gumshoe video, has always been content to live vicariously through his fa

Watching the Detectives

2007•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

The Rocker — In the 1980s, a drummer is abandoned by his band just before they become rock superstars. Twenty years later, the drumme

The Rocker

2008•Comedy

★5.9

★5.9

Good Luck Chuck — Cursed since childhood, dentist Charlie Logan cannot find the right woman. Even worse, he learns that each of his ex-gir

Good Luck Chuck

2007•Comedy

★5.5

★5.5

College Road Trip — When an overachieving high school student decides to travel around the country to choose the perfect college, her overpr

College Road Trip

2008•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lonny Ross.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	The Cowboy Killer	Stevie	Flop	Similar →
2022	He's Watching	The Snow Creeper	Flop	Similar →
2020	Gary Got Involved!	Gary	Flop	Similar →
2018	A Futile and Stupid Gesture	Ivan Reitman	Hit	Similar →
2009	Labor Pains	Phillip	Flop	Similar →
2008	The Rocker	Sticks	Average	Similar →
2008	College Road Trip	Student Guide	Average	Similar →
2007	Good Luck Chuck	Joe	Average	Similar →
2007	Watching the Detectives	Eager Customer	Average	Similar →

Lonny Ross - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lonny Ross?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lonny Ross is "A Futile and Stupid Gesture" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Lonny Ross acted in?

Lonny Ross has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lonny Ross?

Other notable films include "Watching the Detectives", "The Rocker", and "Good Luck Chuck".