Hugh Wilson: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 12
- as director
- 6
- on screen
- 1984–2022
- box office
- $363M
- Born
- August 21, 1943
- Birthplace
- Miami, Florida, United States
- Full name
- Hugh Hamilton Wilson, Jr.
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- Film director, Writer, Television showrunner
- Years active
- 1966-2016
- Spouses
- Charters Smith Wilson
- Children
- 5
The Best Hugh Wilson Movies
The films of Hugh Wilson that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: The First Wives Club (1996) leads with $181M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $181M The First Wives Club 1996 · Comedy -
Worldwide box office: $81.2M Police Academy 1984 · Comedy -
Worldwide box office: $40.3M Blast from the Past 1999 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $27.1M Guarding Tess 1994 · Comedy -
Worldwide box office: $16.3M Burglar 1987 · Crime -
Worldwide box office: $9.97M Dudley Do-Right 1999 · Comedy
Hugh Wilson's Career in Numbers
Hugh Wilson's films in numbers — as an actor and a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Hugh Wilson works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Police Academy (1984) to Wolves (2022), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.
Hugh Wilson Movies by Decade
- 1980s 3
- 1990s 4
- 2000s 1
- 2010s 1
- 2020s 1
The 1990s were Hugh Wilson's busiest decade, with 4 films.
Hugh Wilson Movies by Genre
- Comedy 4
- Drama 3
- Mystery 1
- Crime 1
- Western 1
Comedy is the genre Hugh Wilson has worked in most, with 4 films, ahead of drama (3).
Hugh Wilson Career Milestones
- First film
- Police Academy 1984
- Biggest box office hit
- The First Wives Club $181M worldwide
- Newest film
- Wolves 2022
Hugh Wilson Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Hugh Wilson is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. 6 as director and 4 as actor. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Movies Directed by Hugh Wilson
6- 1999 Dudley Do-Right Comedy Worldwide box office: $9.97M
- 1999 Blast from the Past Drama Worldwide box office: $40.3M
- 1996 The First Wives Club Comedy Worldwide box office: $181M
- 1994 Guarding Tess Comedy Worldwide box office: $27.1M
- 1985
Rustlers’ Rhapsody Western Worldwide box office: $6.09M - 1984 Police Academy Comedy Worldwide box office: $81.2M
Hugh Wilson Movies as an Actor
4
Hugh Wilson in Documentaries & Specials
2
Who Is Hugh Wilson?
Hugh Wilson was born in Miami, Florida, United States in 1943. Credited on films since 1984, as both an actor and a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Hugh Wilson (1943–2018) was a commendable American film director, writer, and television showrunner, best known for his remarkable contributions towards the American entertainment industry. He was a visionary whose works have spanned over decades, leaving an indelible mark on audiences and critics alike. Born on August 21, 1943, in Miami, Florida, Wilson started his career in advertising before making a swift transition towards screenwriting and film direction. His flair for storytelling was unrivaled, and he was known for his distinctive style of direction and poignant writing.
With a career illustrating titles like 'WKRP in Cincinnati', 'Frank's Place', and 'The Bob Newhart Show', Wilson was a trailblazer in transforming the sitcom genre. 'First Blood’, his first brush with the action genre, remains a classic, showcasing his versatility as a filmmaker. He moved onto directing classic comedies like 'Police Academy' and 'Guarding Tess'. He was an individual whose innovative spirit and creative prowess undeniably helped shape and transform Hollywood. Wilson continued working till his demise on January 14, 2018, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire budding filmmakers worldwide.
Hugh Wilson: Questions & Answers
How many movies Hugh Wilson has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Hugh Wilson been in?
Hugh Wilson is credited on 12 films, from 1984 to 2022. 4 of them as an actor and 6 as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Hugh Wilson's highest-grossing movie?
The First Wives Club (1996) is Hugh Wilson's biggest box office hit, with $181M worldwide, ahead of Police Academy (1984) ($81.2M). Across every film with box office figures, Hugh Wilson's movies have made $363M.
Hugh Wilson's biggest hits What is Hugh Wilson's newest movie?
The most recent film on Hugh Wilson's filmography is Wolves (2022), in the role of Michael Raymond.
Who does Hugh Wilson work with most often?
Hugh Wilson shares the most films with G.W. Bailey (3 films) and Brendan Fraser (2 films).
The Best Hugh Wilson Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 12 credits.
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