John C. Reilly: Movies, Awards & Box Office
- films
- 56
- on screen
- 1989–2025
- box office
- $3.15B
- nominations
- 9
- average score
- 68
- Born
- May 24, 1965 (age 61)
- Birthplace
- Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
- Full name
- John Christopher Reilly
- Citizenship
- American
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 1988-present
- Spouses
- Alison Dickey
- Children
- 2
The Best John C. Reilly Movies
The highest-rated films John C. Reilly is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Licorice Pizza (2021) scores highest, at 83. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 83 Licorice Pizza 2021 · Drama -
Movie Echo Score: Score 78 The Sisters Brothers 2018 · Eli Sisters -
Movie Echo Score: Score 77 Ralph Breaks the Internet 2018 · Ralph -
Movie Echo Score: Score 76 Stan & Ollie 2018 · Oliver Hardy -
Movie Echo Score: Score 73 An Almost Christmas Story 2024 · The Folk Singer -
Movie Echo Score: Score 60 The Little Hours 2017 · Comedy
John C. Reilly's Career in Numbers
John C. Reilly's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres John C. Reilly works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from We're No Angels (1989) to Heads or Tails? (2025), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.
John C. Reilly Movies by Decade
- 1980s 2
- 1990s 9
- 2000s 12
- 2010s 23
- 2020s 5
The 2010s were John C. Reilly's busiest decade, with 23 films.
John C. Reilly Movies by Genre
- Comedy 20
- Drama 14
- Adventure 5
- Action 4
- Animation 2
- Western 1
- Biography 1
- Tv movie 1
- History 1
- Documentary 1
Comedy is the genre John C. Reilly has worked in most, with 20 films, ahead of drama (14).
John C. Reilly Career Milestones
- First film
- We're No Angels 1989
- Biggest box office hit
- Sing $634M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Licorice Pizza Movie Echo Score 83
- Newest film
- Heads or Tails? 2025
John C. Reilly Filmography: Every Movie
Every film John C. Reilly is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 68. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
John C. Reilly Movies as an Actor
51- 2025
Heads or Tails? as Buffalo Bill · Western - 2024
An Almost Christmas Story as The Folk Singer · Animation Movie Echo Score: 73 - 2022
Stars at Noon Drama Worldwide box office: $226K Movie Echo Score: 52 - 2021
O Night Divine as Kristof · Comedy - 2021
Licorice Pizza Drama Worldwide box office: $33.3M Movie Echo Score: 83 - 2018
Stan & Ollie as Oliver Hardy · Biography Worldwide box office: $24.4M Movie Echo Score: 76 - 2018
Holmes & Watson as Dr. Watson · Adventure Worldwide box office: $40.5M Movie Echo Score: 34 - 2018
Ralph Breaks the Internet as Ralph · Adventure Worldwide box office: $529M Movie Echo Score: 77 - 2018
The Sisters Brothers as Eli Sisters · Adventure Worldwide box office: $13.1M Movie Echo Score: 78 - 2017
Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job! Awesome 10 Year Anniversary Version, Great Job? as Dr. Steve Brule · Tv movie - 2017
The Little Hours Comedy Worldwide box office: $1.65M Movie Echo Score: 60 - 2017
Eddie’s Life Coach as Eddie (voice) · Animation - 2017
Kong: Skull Island Action Worldwide box office: $569M - 2016
Sing Drama Worldwide box office: $634M - 2016
Tale of Tales History Worldwide box office: $5.5M - 2015
Entertainment Drama Worldwide box office: $55.5K - 2015
View from a Blue Moon as Narrator (voice) · Documentary - 2015
Bagboy as Dr. Steve Brule · Comedy - 2014
Rubberhead as Father (segment "Ham") · Comedy - 2012
Wreck-It Ralph Adventure Worldwide box office: $471M - 2012
The Dictator Comedy Worldwide box office: $179M - 2012
8 as David Blankenhorn · Drama - 2012
Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie Comedy Worldwide box office: $224K - 2011
Terri Comedy Worldwide box office: $656K - 2011
Fight for Your Right Revisited as Mike D (B-Boys 2) · Comedy - 2011
Cedar Rapids Comedy Worldwide box office: $7.73M - 2010
Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job! Chrimbus Special as Dr. Steve Brule · Comedy - 2010
Cyrus Comedy Worldwide box office: $9.93M - 2009
Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant Action Worldwide box office: $39.3M - 2008
Prop 8: The Musical as Prop 8 Leader · Comedy - 2008
Step Brothers Comedy Worldwide box office: $128M - 2007
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story Comedy Worldwide box office: $20.6M - 2007
Green Team as Jim Smegg · Comedy - 2007
Year of the Dog Drama Worldwide box office: $1.61M - 2006
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Action Worldwide box office: $163M - 2006
A Prairie Home Companion Drama Worldwide box office: $26M - 2005
Dark Water Drama Worldwide box office: $68.4M - 2005
Are You the Favorite Person of Anybody? Drama - 2004
Criminal Drama Worldwide box office: $1.4M - 2000
Skipped Parts as Cowboy at Pool Table (uncredited) · Drama - 1999
Magnolia Drama Worldwide box office: $48.5M - 1999
The Settlement as Pat · Comedy - 1998
Flagpole Special Comedy - 1997
Chicago Cab as Steve · Comedy Worldwide box office: $23.9K - 1997
Hard Eight Drama Worldwide box office: $224K - 1994
The River Wild Adventure Worldwide box office: $94.2M - 1992
Out on a Limb as Jim Jr. · Comedy Worldwide box office: $1.66M - 1991
Shadows and Fog as Cop at Police Station · Crime Worldwide box office: $2.74M - 1990
State of Grace Action Worldwide box office: $1.91M - 1989
We're No Angels Comedy Worldwide box office: $10.6M - 1989
Casualties of War Drama Worldwide box office: $18.7M
John C. Reilly in Documentaries & Specials
5John C. Reilly: Awards & Nominations
9 nominations across 4 award bodies, from 2002 to 2019. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.
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Spirit Awards 4 nominations -
Golden Globes 3 nominations -
Critics' Choice 1 nomination -
Oscars 1 nomination
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24th Critics' Choice Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Actor in a Comedy Stan & Ollie
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76th Golden Globe Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Actor – Musical or Comedy Stan & Ollie
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27th Independent Spirit Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Supporting Male Cedar Rapids
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26th Film Independent Spirit Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Male Lead Cyrus
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65th Golden Globe Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Actor – Musical or Comedy Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
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75th Academy Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Supporting Actor Chicago
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60th Golden Globe Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Musical or Comedy (Actor) Chicago
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18th Film Independent Spirit Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Supporting Male The Good Girl
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17th Independent Spirit Awards- John C. Reilly: Nominated Best Supporting Male The Anniversary Party
Who Is John C. Reilly?
John C. Reilly was born in Chicago, Illinois, U.S. in 1965 and is 61 years old. Credited on films since 1989, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
John Christopher Reilly, born on May 24, 1965, is an American actor known for his work in both independent drama films and studio comedies. Reilly began his acting career in 1988, gaining recognition through various roles in movies such as Tony Scott's 'Days of Thunder' (1990), Paul Thomas Anderson's films like 'Hard Eight' (1996), 'Boogie Nights' (1997), 'Magnolia' (1999), as well as Martin Scorsese's 'Gangs of New York' (2002) and 'The Aviator' (2004). He was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Academy Awards and the Golden Globe Awards for his role in 'Chicago' (2002). Some of his other notable films include 'The River Wild' (1994), 'The Thin Red Line' (1998), and 'The Hours' (2002).
Reilly also remarkable earned roles in comedy films. He played Cal Naughton in 'Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby' (2006), the title character in 'Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story' (2007), and Dale Doback in 'Step Brothers' (2008). His voice work includes the title character in the 'Wreck It Ralph' film series (2012–2018). Reilly has also worked in independent films like 'Cyrus', 'We Need to Talk About Kevin', and 'Carnage' (all in 2011), 'The Lobster' (2015), and 'The Sisters Brothers' (2018). Besides, he has shown his acting chops on television, creating and starring in Showtime comedy series 'Moonbase 8' (2020). His work on the HBO sports drama series 'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty' (2022–2023) is also noteworthy.
Who John C. Reilly Makes Movies With
The actors and directors John C. Reilly shares the most films with. Will Ferrell comes first, with 6 films together, followed by Paul Thomas Anderson (5).
John C. Reilly: Questions & Answers
How many movies John C. Reilly has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has John C. Reilly been in?
John C. Reilly is credited on 56 films, from 1989 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is John C. Reilly's highest-grossing movie?
Sing (2016) is John C. Reilly's biggest box office hit, with $634M worldwide, ahead of Kong: Skull Island (2017) ($569M). Across every film with box office figures, John C. Reilly's movies have made $3.15B.
John C. Reilly's biggest hits What is the best John C. Reilly movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, John C. Reilly's best-rated film is Licorice Pizza (2021) with a score of 83, followed by My Darling Vivian (2020) (78).
Best John C. Reilly movies, ranked Has John C. Reilly won an Oscar?
John C. Reilly has been nominated for an Oscar but has not won one yet. Across every ceremony in the awards database, John C. Reilly has 0 wins from 9 nominations.
How old is John C. Reilly?
John C. Reilly is 61 years old, born on May 24, 1965 in Chicago, Illinois, U.S..
What is John C. Reilly's newest movie?
The most recent film on John C. Reilly's filmography is Heads or Tails? (2025), in the role of Buffalo Bill.
Who does John C. Reilly work with most often?
John C. Reilly shares the most films with Will Ferrell (6 films), Paul Thomas Anderson (5 films) and Tim Heidecker (4 films).
The Best John C. Reilly Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 56 credits.
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