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Patrick Fischler, actor
Actor

Patrick Fischler: Movies & Box Office

films
17
on screen
1995–2026
box office
$38.7M
average score
69
Born
December 29, 1969 (age 56)
Birthplace
United States
Citizenship
American
Occupations
Actor
Years active
1990-present
Spouses
Lauren Bowles
Children
1
Known for

The Best Patrick Fischler Movies

The highest-rated films Patrick Fischler is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. American Fiction (2023) scores highest, at 78. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

Patrick Fischler's Career in Numbers

Patrick Fischler's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Patrick Fischler works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Swimming with Sharks (1995) to Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Patrick Fischler Movies by Decade

  1. 1990s 1
  2. 2000s 4
  3. 2010s 5
  4. 2020s 5

The 2010s were Patrick Fischler's busiest decade, with 5 films.

Patrick Fischler Movies by Genre

  • Drama 6
  • Comedy 3
  • Crime 2
  • Horror 1
  • Mystery 1
  • Romance 1
  • Tv movie 1

Drama is the genre Patrick Fischler has worked in most, with 6 films, ahead of comedy (3).

Patrick Fischler Career Milestones

First film
Swimming with Sharks 1995
Biggest box office hit
American Fiction $22.5M worldwide
Best-rated film
American Fiction Movie Echo Score 78
17 credits

Patrick Fischler Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Patrick Fischler is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 69. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Patrick Fischler?

Patrick Fischler was born in United States in 1969 and is 56 years old. Credited on films since 1995, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Patrick Fischler, born on December 29, 1969, is an American character actor credited with more than sixty film and television appearances. The actor famed for his prolific portfolio spanning across films, television series, and video games, has etched memorable characters in renowned projects, including drama series Mad Men, Lost, Southland, and the video game L.A. Noire. Fischler's acting journey commenced with the 1994 action film Speed, progressing into notable independent films like The Week That Girl Died where he received a best lead actor award. His work in psychological thriller Mulholland Drive and biographic television film Gilda Radner: It's Always Something underlines his versatility. Fischler also graced popular television shows like Angel, Nash Bridges, Burn Notice, Lie to Me, and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

His role as 'Jimmy Barrett' in the AMC drama series Mad Men catapulted him to widespread recognition, earning acclaim from the New York Times Magazine for his performance. Post Mad Men, his career escalated with recurring roles in drama series Lost and Southland. Balancing his acting career while navigating his personal life, Fischler simultaneously worked on Lost and Southland, dealing with constant travels and his wife's pregnancy. Fischler's portfolio expanded into video games, distinctly portraying real-life gangster Mickey Cohen in L.A. Noire. Fischler consistent performance can be seen in his later projects like Dinner for Schmucks, One for the Money, and Big Sur. Despite his thriving career, he remains grounded, attributing his success to the support of his wife, actress Lauren Bowles.

Works with

Who Patrick Fischler Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Patrick Fischler shares the most films with. Kyle MacLachlan comes first, with 2 films together, followed by Robert Knepper (2).

FAQ

Patrick Fischler: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Patrick Fischler been in?

Patrick Fischler is credited on 17 films, from 1995 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Patrick Fischler's highest-grossing movie?

American Fiction (2023) is Patrick Fischler's biggest box office hit, with $22.5M worldwide, ahead of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026) ($8.42M). Across every film with box office figures, Patrick Fischler's movies have made $38.7M.

Patrick Fischler's biggest hits

What is the best Patrick Fischler movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Patrick Fischler's best-rated film is Getting LOST (2024) with a score of 86, followed by American Fiction (2023) (78).

Best Patrick Fischler movies, ranked

How old is Patrick Fischler?

Patrick Fischler is 56 years old, born on December 29, 1969 in United States.

What is Patrick Fischler's newest movie?

The most recent film on Patrick Fischler's filmography is Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026), in the role of Rudolph.

Who does Patrick Fischler work with most often?

Patrick Fischler shares the most films with Kyle MacLachlan (2 films), Robert Knepper (2 films) and David Lynch (2 films).

The Best Patrick Fischler Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 17 credits.

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