Thomas G. Waites
ActingAbout Thomas G. Waites
An American actor and acting instructor born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Waites runs an acting studio in New York City which is named for him. He has been a member of the Actor's Studio since 1984. Since the 1970s, Waites has appeared in over 30 television and film productions. Some of his credits as a television actor include NYPD Blue, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Oz, Law & Order, Law & Order: Criminal Intent and The Jury. In film, he appeared in Unwed Father, State of Grace, ...And Justice for All, Gangland, An American Affair, The Warriors, and the John Carpenter film The Thing. Description above from the Wikipedia article Thomas G. Waites, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Thomas G. Waites Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Thomas G. Waites 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 Thomas G. Waites's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Thomas G. Waites'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 Verne Miller Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Thomas G. Waites Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Thomas G. Waites's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Thomas G. Waites has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Thing Expanded | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Brooklyn's Gone To Hell | Richard Crown | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | 6:45 | Larry | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Savant | Chief Bocchino | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Broadway's Finest | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Life Zone | Roger Fields | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Great Fight | Chief Bocchino | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Grand Theft | Randy Lemar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | An Affirmative Act | Samuel 'Dixie' Backus | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Exonerated | Deputy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Nailed | Carpet Guy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | American Virgin | Grip | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Rites of Passage | John Willio | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Thousand Men and a Baby | Supply Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | An American Affair | Mulroney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Timelock | Warden Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Money Train | Barricade Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | McBain | Gill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | State of Grace | Frankie's Man #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Kojak: Flowers For Matty | Tink | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hello Actors Studio | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Verne Miller Story | Al Capone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Shakedown | Officer Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Light of Day | Smittie | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Clan of the Cave Bear | Broud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Face of Rage | Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Thing | Windows | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | ...And Justice for All | Jeff McCullaugh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Other Side of Victory | Joel Purvis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Warriors | Fox (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | On the Yard | Chilly | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | The Block | - | Flop | Similar → |
Thomas G. Waites - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Thomas G. Waites?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thomas G. Waites is "The Verne Miller Story" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Thomas G. Waites acted in?
Thomas G. Waites has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Thomas G. Waites?
Other notable films include "The Other Side of Victory", "The Thing", and "The Warriors".