Actor

Ernest Borgnine: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films: 114
on screen: 1951–2022
box office: $229M
award wins: 3
average score: 57

Born: January 24, 1917
Birthplace: Hamden, Connecticut, U.S.
Full name: Ermes Effron Borgnino
Citizenship: American
Occupations: Actor
Years active: 1947–2012
Spouses: Rhoda Kemins, Katy Jurado, Ethel Merman, Donna Rancourt, Tova Traesnaes
Children: 4

Biggest hits

The Best Ernest Borgnine Movies

The films of Ernest Borgnine that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: The Poseidon Adventure (1972) leads with $84.6M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.

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Career at a glance

Ernest Borgnine's Career in Numbers

Ernest Borgnine's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Ernest Borgnine works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Mob (1951) to The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez (2012), and the 1970s were the busiest decade.

Ernest Borgnine Movies by Decade

1950s 20
1960s 15
1970s 22
1980s 18
1990s 10
2000s 10
2010s 6

The 1970s were Ernest Borgnine's busiest decade, with 22 films.

Ernest Borgnine Movies by Genre

Drama 28
Action 19
Western 8
Comedy 8
Tv movie 6
Adventure 6
Crime 5
Thriller 5
Horror 3
War 3

Drama is the genre Ernest Borgnine has worked in most, with 28 films, ahead of action (19).

Ernest Borgnine Career Milestones

First film: The Mob 1951
Biggest box office hit: The Poseidon Adventure $84.6M worldwide
Newest film: The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez 2012

114 credits

Ernest Borgnine Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Ernest Borgnine is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 57. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Ernest Borgnine Movies as an Actor

101

Ernest Borgnine in Documentaries & Specials

3 wins · 3 nominations

Ernest Borgnine: Awards & Nominations

3 wins from 3 nominations across 3 award bodies, from 1956 to 1956. That includes an Oscar: Best Actor for Marty. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.

All movie awards

Oscars 1 win from 1 nomination
BAFTA 1 win from 1 nomination
Golden Globes 1 win from 1 nomination

The 28th Academy Awards
- Ernest Borgnine: Win Best Actor Marty
9th British Academy Film Awards
- Ernest Borgnine: Win Best Foreign Actor Marty
13th Golden Globe Awards
- Ernest Borgnine: Win Best Actor – Drama Marty

Biography

Who Is Ernest Borgnine?

Ernest Borgnine was born in Hamden, Connecticut, U.S. in 1917. Credited on films since 1951, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Ernest Borgnine, born Ermes Effron Borgnino, was an iconic American actor whose career spanned over six decades. Noted for his gruff yet relaxed voice, Borgnine made the transition from supporting roles to unconventional leads in numerous films. His breakthrough arrived in 1955 when he played a lovable butcher in 'Marty', winning the Academy Award for the Best Actor. Borgnine also showcased his versatility through his appearances in the sitcom 'McHale's Navy' and in the action series 'Airwolf'. His career did not skid to a halt with time; at age 92, he earned a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his work on the final season of 'ER'. Before his acting career, Borgnine served in the United States Navy for almost 10 years during World War II. His military service earned him various awards, including the Navy Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory Medal. He was also known for his philanthropy work, particularly towards military personnel and their families.

Works with

Who Ernest Borgnine Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Ernest Borgnine shares the most films with. George Kennedy comes first, with 7 films together, followed by Lee Marvin (6).

FAQ

Ernest Borgnine: Questions & Answers

How many movies Ernest Borgnine has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Ernest Borgnine been in?

Ernest Borgnine is credited on 114 films, from 1951 to 2022. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Ernest Borgnine's highest-grossing movie?

The Poseidon Adventure (1972) is Ernest Borgnine's biggest box office hit, with $84.6M worldwide, ahead of Small Soldiers (1998) ($54.7M). Across every film with box office figures, Ernest Borgnine's movies have made $229M.

Ernest Borgnine's biggest hits

What is the best Ernest Borgnine movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Ernest Borgnine's best-rated film is Naples '44 (2017) with a score of 57.

Best Ernest Borgnine movies, ranked

Has Ernest Borgnine won an Oscar?

Ernest Borgnine has won an Oscar: Best Actor for Marty at the 1956 ceremony. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Ernest Borgnine has 3 wins from 3 nominations.

What is Ernest Borgnine's newest movie?

The most recent film on Ernest Borgnine's filmography is Rat Pack (2022), in the role of Self (archive footage).

Who does Ernest Borgnine work with most often?

Ernest Borgnine shares the most films with George Kennedy (7 films), Lee Marvin (6 films) and Charles Bronson (6 films).

The Best Ernest Borgnine Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 114 credits.

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