Richard C. Sarafian
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Richard Caspar Sarafian (April 28, 1930 – September 18, 2013) was an American television and film director and actor. He compiled a versatile career that spanned over five decades as a director, actor, and writer. Sarafian is best known as the director of the 1971 film Vanishing Point.
Richard C. Sarafian Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard C. Sarafian reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard C. Sarafian's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Richard C. Sarafian'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 The Moviemakers, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard C. Sarafian Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard C. Sarafian's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard C. Sarafian has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Masked and Anonymous | President | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Hitters | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dr. Dolittle 2 | God Beaver (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Blue Streak | Uncle Lou | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Blink of an Eye | Erlik | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Bulworth | Vinnie | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Bound | Gino Marzzone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Gotti | Paul Castellano | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Miami Hustle | Henry Kronfeld | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Crossing Guard | Sunny Ventura | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Don Juan DeMarco | Detective Sy Tobias | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Road Killers | Trucker | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Gunmen | Chief Chavez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Ruby | Proby | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Bugsy | Jack Dragna | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Street Justice | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Falling | Capt. J.J. Wells (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Liberty | Philbert Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Long Time Gone | Omar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Songwriter | Rodeo Rocky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Next Man | Gregory Zolnikov (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Moviemakers | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Richard C. Sarafian - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard C. Sarafian?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard C. Sarafian is "The Moviemakers" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard C. Sarafian acted in?
Richard C. Sarafian has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard C. Sarafian?
Other notable films include "Blink of an Eye", "Long Time Gone", and "Bound".