Merv Griffin
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Mervyn Edward "Merv" Griffin, Jr. (July 6, 1925 – August 12, 2007) was an American television host, singer, and media mogul. He began his career as a radio and big band singer who went on to appear in movies and on Broadway. During the 1960s, Griffin hosted his own talk show, The Merv Griffin Show, and created the game shows Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune, Click, and Merv Griffin's Crosswords. He is considered an entertainment business magnate.
Merv Griffin Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Merv Griffin reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Merv Griffin's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Merv Griffin'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 Murder at the Cannes Film Festival, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Merv Griffin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Merv Griffin's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Merv Griffin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | DEVO | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Real Charlie Chaplin | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Truman & Tennessee: An Intimate Conversation | Self - TV Host (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | My Darling Vivian | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | I Am Richard Pryor | Self - TV Host (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Whitney | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Game Changers | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | John Travolta, le miraculé d'Hollywood | Self - TV Host (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Mystical Traveler: The Life and Times of Dr. John-Roger | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | An-THOR-Logy 1976-1985 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Murder at the Cannes Film Festival | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | All Star Party for Clint Eastwood | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Rickles... On the Loose | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Lonely Guy | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Man with Two Brains | The Elevator Killer | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Funny Farm | The Voice Of... (Voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Slapstick of Another Kind | Anchorman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | One Trick Pony | Acappella Singer | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Seduction of Joe Tynan | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Two-Minute Warning | Merv Griffin - National Anthem Singer | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hello Down There | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Will the Real Norman Mailer Please Stand Up? | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Inside Daisy Clover | Radio Announcer (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Phantom of the Rue Morgue | Georges Brevert | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Boy from Oklahoma | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Three Sailors and a Girl | Sailor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | So This Is Love | Buddy Nash | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Trouble Along the Way | Football Broadcaster (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Cattle Town | Governor's secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
Merv Griffin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Merv Griffin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Merv Griffin is "Murder at the Cannes Film Festival" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Merv Griffin acted in?
Merv Griffin has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Merv Griffin?
Other notable films include "Cattle Town", "The Real Charlie Chaplin", and "DEVO".