Ron Vawter
ActingAbout Ron Vawter
Ron Vawter (December 9, 1948 – April 16, 1994) was an American actor and a founding member of the experimental theater company The Wooster Group. Vawter performed in most of the group's works until his death from a heart attack in 1994 at the age of 45.
Ron Vawter Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ron Vawter reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ron Vawter's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Ron Vawter'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 Roy Cohn/Jack Smith, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ron Vawter Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ron Vawter's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ron Vawter has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Rumstick Road | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Fresh Kill | Roger Bailey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Roy Cohn/Jack Smith | Roy Cohn / Jack Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Last Time I Saw Ron | Ron Vawter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Philadelphia | Bob Seidman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | King of the Hill | Mr. Desot - Hotel Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Brace Up! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | White Homeland Commando | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mastergate | Nat Picker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Swoon | State's Attorney Crowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Buying a Landslide | Bob D'Avanzo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Roy Cohn/Jack Smith (Live Stage Recording) | Roy Cohn & Jack Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Cabinet of Dr. Ramirez | Dr. Ramirez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Johnny Suede | Winston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Women & Men 2: In Love There Are No Rules | Ad Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Plymouth | Percy | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Silence of the Lambs | Paul Krendler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Made in Hollywood | Matt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Postcards | Fred | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Machine That Killed Bad People | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Internal Affairs | Jaegar | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Fat Man and Little Boy | Jamie Latrobe | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | sex, lies, and videotape | Therapist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Twister | Man in Bar | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Used Innocence | Donald Eisenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Volcano Saga | Gest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Arena Brains | Man with Cigar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Landscape Suicide | Prosecutor (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Atalanta Strategy | Immigration Staff/Flying Saucer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Born in Flames | FBI Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | King Blank | King Blank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Strong Medicine | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Empty Suitcases | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Minus Zero | Freud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Sudden Death | Businessman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ron Vawter - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ron Vawter?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Vawter is "Roy Cohn/Jack Smith" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ron Vawter acted in?
Ron Vawter has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ron Vawter?
Other notable films include "White Homeland Commando", "Brace Up!", and "Sudden Death".