Ed Begley Jr.: Movies, Awards & Box Office
- films
- 102
- on screen
- 1969–2025
- box office
- $279M
- award win
- 1
- average score
- 67
- Born
- September 16, 1949 (age 77)
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, U.S.
- Full name
- Edward James Begley Jr.
- Citizenship
- American
- Occupations
- Actor, Environmentalist
- Years active
- 1967-present
- Spouses
- Ingrid Taylor, Rachelle Carson
- Children
- 3
The Best Ed Begley Jr. Movies
The highest-rated films Ed Begley Jr. is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Strange Darling (2024) scores highest, at 82. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 82 Strange Darling 2024 · Frederick -
Movie Echo Score: Score 76 Plus One 2019 · Chuck -
Movie Echo Score: Score 75 Reboot Camp 2020 · John Lehman -
Movie Echo Score: Score 72 Don't Tell Larry 2025 · Bruce -
Movie Echo Score: Score 62 Dear Christmas 2020 · Randy Morgan -
Movie Echo Score: Score 60 Book Club 2018 · Tom
Ed Begley Jr.'s Career in Numbers
Ed Begley Jr.'s films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Ed Begley Jr. works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Lottery (1969) to Don't Tell Larry (2025), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.
Ed Begley Jr. Movies by Decade
- 1960s 1
- 1970s 16
- 1980s 19
- 1990s 28
- 2000s 15
- 2010s 12
- 2020s 5
The 1990s were Ed Begley Jr.'s busiest decade, with 28 films.
Ed Begley Jr. Movies by Genre
- Comedy 31
- Drama 17
- Tv movie 9
- Adventure 5
- Family 5
- Sci-Fi 4
- Horror 3
- Action 3
- Thriller 3
- Mystery 2
Comedy is the genre Ed Begley Jr. has worked in most, with 31 films, ahead of drama (17).
Ed Begley Jr. Career Milestones
- First film
- The Lottery 1969
- Biggest box office hit
- Book Club $104M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Strange Darling Movie Echo Score 82
- Newest film
- Don't Tell Larry 2025
Ed Begley Jr. Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Ed Begley Jr. is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 67. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Ed Begley Jr. Movies as an Actor
96- 2025 Don't Tell Larry as Bruce · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 72
- 2024
Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story as Paul Higman · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 54 - 2024 Strange Darling as Frederick · Horror Worldwide box office: $4.85M Movie Echo Score: 82
- 2020 Dear Christmas as Randy Morgan · Tv movie Movie Echo Score: 62
- 2020 Reboot Camp as John Lehman · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 75
- 2019 Plus One as Chuck · Drama Worldwide box office: $44.1K Movie Echo Score: 76
- 2019
Making Babies as Dr. Remis · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 55 - 2019
Bixler High Private Eye as Charlie DeWitt · Adventure - 2018 Book Club as Tom · Drama Worldwide box office: $104M Movie Echo Score: 60
- 2017
Amelia 2.0 as Paul Wesley · Drama Worldwide box office: $10.2K - 2017
Imperfections Mystery Worldwide box office: $669K - 2016
Mascots as A.J. Blumquist · Comedy - 2016
Time Toys as Wiz · Family - 2015
Clint Howard Reboots Pippi Longstocking with Milla Jovovich and Fred Willard as Ed · Comedy - 2013
Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Fight as Justice Harry Blackmun · Tv movie - 2013
In Security as Officer Krupke · Action - 2010
The Penthouse as Nicholas · Comedy - 2009
Georgia O’Keeffe as Dr. Lee Steiglita · Drama - 2009
Fatal Secrets as Reverend Vernon · Thriller - 2008
Recount as David Boies · History - 2006
Relative Strangers as Mr. Manoire · Comedy Worldwide box office: $155K - 2006
The Elder Son as Leonard · Comedy - 2005
Spirit Bear: The Simon Jackson Story as Frank Perdue · Adventure - 2005
Desolation Sound as Doug Shepard · Drama - 2004
Back By Midnight as Robert Wade · Comedy - 2004
Raising Genius as Dr. Curly Weeks · Comedy - 2004
Stephen King’s Kingdom Hospital as Dr. Jesse James · Drama - 2003
Net Games as John Fielding · Thriller - 2003
War Stories as Ed O'Brian · Tv movie - 2001
Diary of a Sex Addict as Dr. Aaron Spencer · Drama - 2001
Hounded as Ward Van Dusen · Comedy - 2000
Homicide: The Movie as Victor Ehrlich · Drama - 1998
Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery as Fitz-Gilbert Hamilton · Tv movie - 1998
Addams Family Reunion as Phillip Adams · Horror - 1998
I’m Losing You as Zev · Drama - 1997
Joey as Ambassador Ted Ross · Adventure - 1997
Alone as Gerald · Drama - 1997
Ms. Bear as Greg Bradley · Family - 1997
Gun as The Director - 1996
Santa with Muscles as Ebner Frost · Action Worldwide box office: $220K - 1996
The Late Shift as Rod Perth · Drama - 1996
Project: ALF as Dr. Warner · Sci-Fi - 1995
Hourglass as Det. Cecil Dish · Crime - 1994
The Crazysitter as Paul Van Arsdale · Comedy - 1994
The Pagemaster as Alan Tyler · Animation Worldwide box office: $13.7M - 1994
The Shaggy Dog as Ron Daniels · Comedy - 1994
Sensation as Earl Strauber · Mystery - 1994
Storybook as Pouch · Adventure - 1994
World War II: When Lions Roared as Harry Hopkins · Drama - 1993
Partners as "Grave Squad" Lawyer - 1992
Running Mates as Chapman Snow · Romance - 1992
Earth and the American Dream as Reader (voice) · Documentary - 1992
Mickey’s Audition as Assistant Director #1 · Family - 1992
Dark Horse as Jack Mills · Family - 1992
In the Line of Duty: Siege at Marion as Lt. Fred House · Tv movie - 1991
The Story Lady as Otis · Drama - 1991
Chance of a Lifetime as Darrel · Comedy - 1990
The Great Los Angeles Earthquake as Jerry Soloway · Tv movie - 1990
Meet the Applegates as Richard P. Applegate · Comedy Worldwide box office: $486K - 1990
In the Best Interest of the Child as Howard Feldon · Tv movie - 1989
She-Devil Comedy Worldwide box office: $15.4M - 1989
Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills as Peter · Comedy Worldwide box office: $2.16M - 1988
Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs as Alan · Comedy - 1987
Roman Holiday as Leonard Lupo · Drama - 1987
Amazon Women on the Moon as Griffin (segment "Son of the Invisible Man") · Comedy Worldwide box office: $549K - 1987
Amazon Women on the Moon as Griffin (segment "Son of the Invisible Man") · Comedy Worldwide box office: $549K - 1987
Rip Van Winkle as Brom Dutcher · History - 1985
Transylvania 6-5000 Fantasy Worldwide box office: $7.2M - 1985
The Pound Puppies as Arnold (voice) · Family - 1985
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow as Ichabod Crane · Comedy - 1984
Protocol Comedy Worldwide box office: $26.2M - 1984
Voyager from the Unknown as Wilbur Wright · Sci-Fi - 1983
Get Crazy as Colin Beverly · Music Worldwide box office: $1.65M - 1983
Still the Beaver as Whitey · Comedy - 1982
Young Doctors in Love as The Flashback - Young Simon's Father · Comedy Worldwide box office: $30.7M - 1982
Rascals and Robbers: The Secret Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn as Jeb · Adventure - 1982
Tales of the Apple Dumpling Gang as Amos Tucker · Tv movie - 1981
Private Lessons Comedy Worldwide box office: $26.3M - 1981
Buddy Buddy as Lieutenant #1 · Comedy Worldwide box office: $7.26M - 1979
A Shining Season as John Haaland · Drama - 1979
The Concorde… Airport ’79 as Rescuer #1 · Thriller Worldwide box office: $13M - 1979
The In-Laws Action - 1979
Elvis as D.J. Fontana · Drama - 1979
Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill as Moss Tillis · Comedy - 1978
Blue Collar Drama Worldwide box office: $6.52M - 1978
Record City as Pokey · Comedy - 1978
The One and Only as Arnold - The King · Romance Worldwide box office: $16.9M - 1977
Dead of Night as Frank · Sci-Fi - 1973
Superdad as The Gang · Comedy - 1973
Showdown as Pook · Western - 1973
Charley and the Angel as Derwood Moseby · Fantasy - 1972
Family Flight as Driver · Tv movie - 1972
Now You See Him, Now You Don’t as Druffle · Sci-Fi - 1972
Evil Roy Slade as Husband Making Fun of Stool (uncredited) · Western - 1970
How Did a Nice Girl Like You Get Into This Business? as Bellhop · Comedy - 1969
The Lottery as Jack Watson · Horror
Ed Begley Jr. in Documentaries & Specials
6- 2020
Michael Des Barres: Who Do You Want Me To Be? as Self · Documentary - 2017
And the Winner Isn’t as Self · Documentary - 2016
Vegan: Everyday Stories as Himself · Documentary - 2013
The Arrested Development Documentary Project as Self · Documentary - 2011
Adventures in Plymptoons! as Self · Documentary - 2006
Pittsburgh as Self · Comedy
Ed Begley Jr.: Awards & Nominations
1 win from 2 nominations across 2 award bodies, from 1963 to 1963. That includes an Oscar: Best Supporting Actor for Sweet Bird of Youth. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.
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Oscars 1 win from 1 nomination -
Golden Globes 1 nomination
- 35th Academy Awards
- Ed Begley Jr.: Win Best Supporting Actor Sweet Bird of Youth
- 20th Golden Globe Awards
- Ed Begley Jr.: Nominated Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actor) Sweet Bird of Youth
Who Is Ed Begley Jr.?
Ed Begley Jr. was born in Los Angeles, California, U.S. in 1949 and is 77 years old. Credited on films since 1969, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Edward James 'Ed' Begley Jr. (born September 16, 1949) is a renowned American actor and prominent environmentalist. Best known for his role as Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the television series St. Elsewhere from 1982 to 1988, Begley Jr.'s outstanding performance garnered him six consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe Award nomination. Versatile in his talents, he is also recognized for co-hosting the green living reality show titled Living with Ed from 2007 to 2010 with his wife, Rachelle Carson. He has made significant contributions to cinema with films such as An Officer and a Gentleman, This Is Spinal Tap, and The Accidental Tourist. A talented radio artist too, he voiced Boba Fett in the radio adaptation of Return of the Jedi. Born to Allene Jeanne Sanders and Oscar-winning film actor Ed Begley in Los Angeles, California, he has made a significant impact on both television and film industry since the beginning of his career in 1967. A prominent environmental activist since 1970, Begley Jr. is reputed for his eco-friendly lifestyle and initiatives as well.
Begley Jr. has demonstrated his acting competence in numerous roles in television and film, making guest appearances on various popular series such as Scrubs, Boston Legal, and Star Trek: Voyager. From 2000 to 2016, he served as a member of the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. He continues to make his mark in TV series like Better Call Saul. Widely acknowledged as a champion of the environment, he has undertaken initiatives to reduce his carbon footprint. He played a key role in the reality television show Beverly Hills Pawn and introduced North America's greenest and most sustainable home in his web series On Begley Street along with his wife and daughter Hayden.
Who Ed Begley Jr. Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Ed Begley Jr. shares the most films with. Clint Howard comes first, with 6 films together, followed by Bob Balaban (5).
Ed Begley Jr.: Questions & Answers
How many movies Ed Begley Jr. has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Ed Begley Jr. been in?
Ed Begley Jr. is credited on 102 films, from 1969 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Ed Begley Jr.'s highest-grossing movie?
Book Club (2018) is Ed Begley Jr.'s biggest box office hit, with $104M worldwide, ahead of Young Doctors in Love (1982) ($30.7M). Across every film with box office figures, Ed Begley Jr.'s movies have made $279M.
Ed Begley Jr.'s biggest hits What is the best Ed Begley Jr. movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Ed Begley Jr.'s best-rated film is Strange Darling (2024) with a score of 82, followed by Plus One (2019) (76).
Best Ed Begley Jr. movies, ranked Has Ed Begley Jr. won an Oscar?
Ed Begley Jr. has won an Oscar: Best Supporting Actor for Sweet Bird of Youth at the 1963 ceremony. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Ed Begley Jr. has 1 win from 2 nominations.
How old is Ed Begley Jr.?
Ed Begley Jr. is 77 years old, born on September 16, 1949 in Los Angeles, California, U.S..
What is Ed Begley Jr.'s newest movie?
The most recent film on Ed Begley Jr.'s filmography is Don't Tell Larry (2025), in the role of Bruce.
Who does Ed Begley Jr. work with most often?
Ed Begley Jr. shares the most films with Clint Howard (6 films), Bob Balaban (5 films) and Rosanna Arquette (5 films).
The Best Ed Begley Jr. Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 102 credits.
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