Actor

Seth MacFarlane: Movies & Box Office

films: 45
on screen: 1995–2024
box office: $1.94B
average score: 79

Born: October 26, 1973 (age 52)
Birthplace: Kent, Connecticut, U.S.
Full name: Seth Woodbury MacFarlane
Citizenship: American
Occupations: Actor, animator, writer, producer, director, comedian, singer
Years active: 1995-present
Spouses: None

Biggest hits

The Best Seth MacFarlane Movies

The films of Seth MacFarlane that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: Sing (2016) leads with $634M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.

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Career at a glance

Seth MacFarlane's Career in Numbers

Seth MacFarlane's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Seth MacFarlane works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Life of Larry (1995) to ted (2024), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Seth MacFarlane Movies by Decade

1990s 2
2000s 11
2010s 12
2020s 4

The 2010s were Seth MacFarlane's busiest decade, with 12 films.

Seth MacFarlane Movies by Genre

Comedy 10
Animation 7
Drama 2
Sci-Fi 2
Tv movie 2
Adventure 1
Music 1
Fantasy 1
Action 1
Mystery 1

Comedy is the genre Seth MacFarlane has worked in most, with 10 films, ahead of animation (7).

Seth MacFarlane Career Milestones

First film: The Life of Larry 1995
Biggest box office hit: Sing $634M worldwide
Best-rated film: Sing 2 Movie Echo Score 80
Newest film: ted 2024

45 credits

Seth MacFarlane Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Seth MacFarlane is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 79. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Seth MacFarlane Movies as an Actor

Seth MacFarlane in Documentaries & Specials

Biography

Who Is Seth MacFarlane?

Seth MacFarlane was born in Kent, Connecticut, U.S. in 1973 and is 52 years old. Credited on films since 1995, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Seth Woodbury MacFarlane, born on October 26, 1973, is an American actor, animator, writer, producer, director, comedian, and singer. Best known as the creator and star of the television series Family Guy (since 1999) and The Orville (2017–2022), and co-creator of American Dad! (since 2005) and The Cleveland Show (2009–2013). He has worked extensively in Hollywood, starting as an animator and writer for Hanna-Barbera's shows like Johnny Bravo, Cow and Chicken, and Dexter's Laboratory. MacFarlane's work in Family Guy has earned him multiple awards, including five Primetime Emmy Awards. He has also ventured into the world of music, releasing several studio albums showcasing his love for big band, jazz, and show tunes. In 2013, he hosted the 85th Academy Awards and was nominated for Best Original Song for "Everybody Needs a Best Friend". Besides his notable television and film projects, MacFarlane is active in supporting various causes, including gay rights and scientific research.

Works with

Who Seth MacFarlane Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Seth MacFarlane shares the most films with. Seth Green comes first, with 13 films together, followed by Mike Henry (9).

FAQ

Seth MacFarlane: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Seth MacFarlane been in?

Seth MacFarlane is credited on 45 films, from 1995 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Seth MacFarlane's highest-grossing movie?

Sing (2016) is Seth MacFarlane's biggest box office hit, with $634M worldwide, ahead of Ted (2012) ($549M). Across every film with box office figures, Seth MacFarlane's movies have made $1.94B.

Seth MacFarlane's biggest hits

What is the best Seth MacFarlane movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Seth MacFarlane's best-rated film is Pencils Vs Pixels (2023) with a score of 84, followed by Sing 2 (2021) (80).

Best Seth MacFarlane movies, ranked

How old is Seth MacFarlane?

Seth MacFarlane is 52 years old, born on October 26, 1973 in Kent, Connecticut, U.S..

What is Seth MacFarlane's newest movie?

The most recent film on Seth MacFarlane's filmography is Music by John Williams (2024), in the role of Self.

Who does Seth MacFarlane work with most often?

Seth MacFarlane shares the most films with Seth Green (13 films), Mike Henry (9 films) and Mila Kunis (8 films).

The Best Seth MacFarlane Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 45 credits.

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