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Jack Wallace, actor
Actor

Jack Wallace: Movies & Box Office

films
25
on screen
1935–2017
box office
$42.8M
Born
February 15, 1933
Birthplace
Unknown
Citizenship
American
Occupations
Actor
Years active
1970-2020
Career at a glance

Jack Wallace's Career in Numbers

Jack Wallace's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Jack Wallace works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Under Pressure (1935) to Extortion (2017), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.

Jack Wallace Movies by Decade

  1. 1930s 1
  2. 1980s 3
  3. 1990s 13
  4. 2000s 5
  5. 2010s 3

The 1990s were Jack Wallace's busiest decade, with 13 films.

Jack Wallace Movies by Genre

  • Drama 7
  • Thriller 5
  • Tv movie 4
  • Adventure 2
  • Romance 2
  • Action 2
  • Comedy 2
  • Mystery 1

Drama is the genre Jack Wallace has worked in most, with 7 films, ahead of thriller (5).

Jack Wallace Career Milestones

First film
Under Pressure 1935
Biggest box office hit
The Bear $31.8M worldwide
Newest film
Extortion 2017
25 credits

Jack Wallace Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Jack Wallace is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Jack Wallace?

Jack Wallace was born in Unknown in 1933. Credited on films since 1935, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Jack Wallace was a distinguished American actor known for his substantial contributions to theatre, television, and film industry. He was born on February 15, 1933. Wallace started his career in the mid '70s with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Chicago, where he developed a keen interest and prowess in acting. Over time, he made various appearances in productions such as A Streetcar Named Desire, The Glass Menagerie, and many others. As his career progressed, Wallace extended his influence from the theater to Hollywood, showcasing his acting abilities in various genres, often playing character roles that left lasting impressions. Wallace noteworthy performance made him an identifiable figure in the industry. He worked alongside many well-known actors and directors, further broadening his career span. Despite his age, his passion for acting was undiminished, making him an active figure in the industry until his last days. He impacted both audiences and fellow actors with his stage presence and strong character portrayals. His sudden demise on April 16, 2020, left a void in the acting fraternity, but his legacy continues to inspire many.

Works with

Who Jack Wallace Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Jack Wallace shares the most films with. David Mamet comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Joe Mantegna (3).

FAQ

Jack Wallace: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Jack Wallace been in?

Jack Wallace is credited on 25 films, from 1935 to 2017. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Jack Wallace's highest-grossing movie?

The Bear (1989) is Jack Wallace's biggest box office hit, with $31.8M worldwide, ahead of Things Change (1988) ($3.53M). Across every film with box office figures, Jack Wallace's movies have made $42.8M.

Jack Wallace's biggest hits

What is Jack Wallace's newest movie?

The most recent film on Jack Wallace's filmography is Extortion (2017), in the role of Lucas.

Who does Jack Wallace work with most often?

Jack Wallace shares the most films with David Mamet (4 films), Joe Mantegna (3 films) and Lindsay Crouse (2 films).

The Best Jack Wallace Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 25 credits.

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