Actor

Matthew Modine: Movies & Box Office

films: 90
as director: 2
on screen: 1983–2026
box office: $416M
average score: 57

Born: March 22, 1959 (age 67)
Birthplace: Loma Linda, California, U.S.
Full name: Matthew Avery Modine
Citizenship: American
Occupations: Actor, Director, Producer, Screenwriter
Years active: 1982-present
Spouses: Caridad Rivera
Children: 2

Known for

The Best Matthew Modine Movies

The highest-rated films Matthew Modine is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Hard Miles (2024) scores highest, at 80. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

Full ranking

Career at a glance

Matthew Modine's Career in Numbers

Matthew Modine's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Matthew Modine works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Streamers (1983) to Protector (2026), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.

Matthew Modine Movies by Decade

1980s 11
1990s 16
2000s 20
2010s 19
2020s 14

The 2000s were Matthew Modine's busiest decade, with 20 films.

Matthew Modine Movies by Genre

Drama 31
Comedy 14
Action 8
Documentary 5
Thriller 3
Mystery 3
Romance 3
Animation 2
Crime 2
Adventure 2

Drama is the genre Matthew Modine has worked in most, with 31 films, ahead of comedy (14).

Matthew Modine Career Milestones

First film: Streamers 1983
Biggest box office hit: Sicario: Day of the Soldado $75.8M worldwide
Best-rated film: Hard Miles Movie Echo Score 80
Newest film: Protector 2026

90 credits

Matthew Modine Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Matthew Modine is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. 2 as director and 78 as actor. Rated films average a score of 57. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Movies Directed by Matthew Modine

Matthew Modine Movies as an Actor

Matthew Modine in Documentaries & Specials

Biography

Who Is Matthew Modine?

Matthew Modine was born in Loma Linda, California, U.S. in 1959 and is 67 years old. Credited on films since 1983, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Matthew Avery Modine, born March 22, 1959, is a prominent American actor and filmmaker who has made his mark in various high-profile films throughout the 1980s. His journey in the entertainment industry started when he bagged a role in John Sayles' film Baby It's You in 1983. Soon after, he earned international fame after being cast by Robert Altman in the film adaptation of David Rabe's play Streamers. His noteworthy performances include lead roles in Birdy, Vision Quest, and Full Metal Jacket. Apart from films, Modine also made significant contributions on television by portraying characters like Dr. Don Francis in the HBO film And the Band Played On and Dr. Martin Brenner in Netflix's series Stranger Things.

In addition to acting, Modine has been recognized for his directional chops as well, with his feature debut If... Dog... Rabbit... gaining praise especially after the success of three of his short films at the Sundance Film Festival. Modine's accomplishments aren't limited to cinema and television. He also explored theatre, appearing in Arthur Miller's Resurrection Blues, and a stage adaptation of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Off-camera, Modine is an active citizen and vocal advocate for environmental causes, primarily focusing on promoting cycling as a mode of transportation.

Works with

Who Matthew Modine Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Matthew Modine shares the most films with. Abel Ferrara comes first, with 5 films together, followed by Amy Brenneman (3).

FAQ

Matthew Modine: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Matthew Modine been in?

Matthew Modine is credited on 90 films, from 1983 to 2026. 78 of them as an actor and 2 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 Matthew Modine's highest-grossing movie?

Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018) is Matthew Modine's biggest box office hit, with $75.8M worldwide, ahead of 47 Meters Down (2017) ($62.2M). Across every film with box office figures, Matthew Modine's movies have made $416M.

Matthew Modine's biggest hits

What is the best Matthew Modine movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Matthew Modine's best-rated film is Hard Miles (2024) with a score of 80, followed by Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal (2021) (80).

Best Matthew Modine movies, ranked

How old is Matthew Modine?

Matthew Modine is 67 years old, born on March 22, 1959 in Loma Linda, California, U.S..

What is Matthew Modine's newest movie?

The most recent film on Matthew Modine's filmography is Protector (2026), in the role of Colonel Joseph Lavelle.

Who does Matthew Modine work with most often?

Matthew Modine shares the most films with Abel Ferrara (5 films), Amy Brenneman (3 films) and Sean Astin (3 films).

The Best Matthew Modine Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 90 credits.

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