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Nick Swardson, actor
Actor

Nick Swardson: Movies & Box Office

films
19
on screen
2001–2025
box office
$46.2M
average score
39
Born
October 9, 1976 (age 49)
Birthplace
Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Full name
Nicholas Roger Swardson
Citizenship
American
Occupations
Stand-up comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer
Years active
1995-present
Known for

The Best Nick Swardson Movies

The highest-rated films Nick Swardson is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Deported (2020) scores highest, at 73. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

Nick Swardson's Career in Numbers

Nick Swardson's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Nick Swardson works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Spring Break Lawyer (2001) to Happy Gilmore 2 (2025), and the 2020s were the busiest decade.

Nick Swardson Movies by Decade

  1. 2000s 2
  2. 2010s 5
  3. 2020s 7

The 2020s were Nick Swardson's busiest decade, with 7 films.

Nick Swardson Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 8
  • Crime 2
  • Adventure 1
  • Tv movie 1
  • Drama 1

Comedy is the genre Nick Swardson has worked in most, with 8 films, ahead of crime (2).

Nick Swardson Career Milestones

First film
Spring Break Lawyer 2001
Biggest box office hit
30 Minutes or Less $40.7M worldwide
Best-rated film
Deported Movie Echo Score 73
Newest film
Happy Gilmore 2 2025
19 credits

Nick Swardson Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Nick Swardson is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 39. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Nick Swardson?

Nick Swardson was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. in 1976 and is 49 years old. Credited on films since 2001, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Nicholas Roger Swardson, popularly known as Nick Swardson, was born on October 9, 1976, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. He is famously known for his stand-up comedy, acting, screenwriting, and his producer roles. His most notable role was in the comedy series Reno 911! as Terry Bernadino. Nick is also acclaimed for his work with Adam Sandler's Happy Madison Productions and fronting his own personal sketch comedy series, Nick Swardson's Pretend Time. He had starred in for films including Grandma's Boy (2006), You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008), Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star, 30 Minutes or Less (both 2011), A Haunted House (2013), Grown Ups 2 (2013), and Buddy Games (2019).

Of Swedish ancestry, he was born to Pamela and Roger Eric Swardson and he's the youngest of three siblings. Academically, he attended St. Paul Central High School. He is also a dedicated fan of Minnesota Vikings and good friends with fellow Minnesota resident Josh Duhamel. Nick started his comedy career early, performing stand-up comedy at 18 in the Minneapolis comedy club Acme Comedy Co. Over the years he has consistently excelled in his career across various roles, winning several accolades. Despite his struggles with alcohol and drugs during his teen years, his persistent effort and talent have made him an influential figure in the comedy world.

Works with

Who Nick Swardson Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Nick Swardson shares the most films with. Josh Duhamel comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Kevin Dillon (3).

FAQ

Nick Swardson: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Nick Swardson been in?

Nick Swardson is credited on 19 films, from 2001 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Nick Swardson's highest-grossing movie?

30 Minutes or Less (2011) is Nick Swardson's biggest box office hit, with $40.7M worldwide, ahead of Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star (2011) ($2.53M). Across every film with box office figures, Nick Swardson's movies have made $46.2M.

Nick Swardson's biggest hits

What is the best Nick Swardson movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Nick Swardson's best-rated film is Deported (2020) with a score of 73, followed by It's a Wonderful Binge (2022) (59).

Best Nick Swardson movies, ranked

How old is Nick Swardson?

Nick Swardson is 49 years old, born on October 9, 1976 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S..

What is Nick Swardson's newest movie?

The most recent film on Nick Swardson's filmography is Happy Gilmore 2 (2025).

Who does Nick Swardson work with most often?

Nick Swardson shares the most films with Josh Duhamel (4 films), Kevin Dillon (3 films) and Dan Bakkedahl (3 films).

The Best Nick Swardson Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 19 credits.

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