Wings Hauser
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Gerald Dwight "Wings" Hauser (December 12, 1947 – March 15, 2025) was an American actor, screenwriter, film director, and musician. A prolific character actor, he appeared in over 100 film and television productions since 1967, and was once called "the biggest star you've never heard of".
Wings Hauser Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Wings Hauser reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Wings Hauser's work falls within the Thriller genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Wings Hauser'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 In Between, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Wings Hauser Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wings Hauser's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Wings Hauser has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Rubber | Man in Wheelchair | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Stone Angel | Older Bram | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Avenging Angel | Colonel Cusack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Mystery Woman: Wild West Mystery | Strother Elam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Blue Lizard | Little G | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Savage Season | Maddox | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Clean and Narrow | Sheriff Brand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Insider | Tobacco Lawyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Life Among the Cannibals | Vince | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Original Gangstas | Michael Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Broken Bars | Warden Pitt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tales from the Hood | Strom (segment "Rogue Cop Revelation") | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Victim of Desire | Leland Duvall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Frame-Up II: The Cover-Up | Sheriff Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Gang Boys | Joe Joiner | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Exiled in America | Fred Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Art of Dying | Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Beastmaster 2: Through the Portal of Time | Arklon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Blood Money | Jack Saxon | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Bump in the Night | Patrick Tierney | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | In Between | Jack Maxwell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Living To Die | Nick Carpenter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Pale Blood | Van Vandameer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Street Asylum | Arliss Ryder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Coldfire | Lars | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Wilding | Tim Parsons | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Reason to Die | Elliot Canner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Siege of Firebase Gloria | Cpl. Joseph L. 'Nard' DiNardo | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Marked for Murder | Emerson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Carpenter | Carpenter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Nightmare at Noon | Ken Griffiths | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Scandalous Scoundrel | Capt. James Rivers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Hostage | Maj. Sam Striker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Tough Guys Don't Dance | Capt. Alvin Luther Regency | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | No Safe Haven | Clete Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Wind | Phil | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling | Cliff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | 3:15 the Moment of Truth | Mr. Havilland (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Command 5 | Jack Coburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Dark Horse | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sweet Revenge | Maj. Frank Hollins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Soldier's Story | Lieutenant Byrd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Night Shadows | Josh Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Deadly Force | Stoney Cooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ghost Dancing | Frank Carwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Hear No Evil | Garrard | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Vice Squad | Ramrod | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Who'll Stop the Rain | Marine Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | First to Fight | Ragan | Super Hit | Similar → |
Wings Hauser - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wings Hauser?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wings Hauser is "In Between" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Wings Hauser acted in?
Wings Hauser has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wings Hauser?
Other notable films include "The Blue Lizard", "Dark Horse", and "First to Fight".