TV Shows - Jack Nicholson
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on May 10, 2024. Jack Nicholson has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#49Saturday Night Liveas Self - Cameo (uncredited) • 2 episodes • #49 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
Movies - Jack Nicholson
Sorted by online popularity. Jack Nicholson has appeared in 32 movies with data.
#173A Few Good Menas Col. Nathan R. Jessep • #173 most popular movie
#192The Shiningas Jack Torrance • #192 most popular movieThe Shining is a classic 1980 horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on Stephen King's novel. It follows Jack Torrance, who becomes the caretaker of the Overlook Hotel with his family, only to face supernatural horrors during the isolated winter months.
#248The Departedas Francis 'Frank' Costello • #248 most popular movieThe Departed is a 2006 American crime thriller film directed by Martin Scorsese and written by William Monahan. It is a remake of the 2002 Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs and draws inspiration from the Boston Winter Hill Gang. The movie focuses on the intertwined lives of an undercover cop infiltrating the Irish Mafia and a career criminal on the rise within the police force.
#319One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nestas Randle Patrick McMurphy • #319 most popular movieOne Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a powerful drama film directed by Miloš Forman and based on the novel of the same name by Ken Kesey. The story follows Randle McMurphy, a rebellious convict who feigns insanity to avoid hard labor in prison. He is transferred to a mental institution where he clashes with the strict and oppressive Nurse Ratched. McMurphy's charismatic and unpredictable behavior has a profound impact on the other patients, challenging their institutionalized way of life. The film delves into themes of freedom, individuality, and the power dynamics within psychiatric institutions.
#406Chinatownas J.J. 'Jake' Gittes • #406 most popular movieChinatown is a 1974 American neo-noir mystery drama film directed by Roman Polanski. Set in pre-World War II Southern California, the story follows private eye Jake Gittes as he delves into a complex web of personal and political scandals. Hired to investigate an adulterous affair, Gittes uncovers a series of double dealings and deadly deceits, revealing a dark underbelly of corruption. The film combines elements of film noir with a multi-layered plot that is both a mystery and a psychological drama.
#653Batmanas Joker/Jack Napier • #653 most popular movieBatman is a 1989 superhero film that follows the title character as he battles his infamous adversary, The Joker, who has taken over Gotham City's criminal empire.
#978Terms of Endearmentas Garrett Breedlove • #978 most popular movieTerms of Endearment is a 1983 American family comedy-drama film that follows the 30-year relationship between a mother and her daughter, as they navigate love and life's challenges together.
#1,179As Good as It Getsas Melvin Udall • #1,179 most popular movieAs Good as It Gets is a 1997 American romantic comedy-drama film featuring a misanthropic novelist, a single mother with a sick child, and a homosexual artist whose lives intertwine unexpectedly.
#1,262Mars Attacks!as President Dale / Art Land • #1,262 most popular movieMars Attacks! is a 1996 American black comedy science fiction film featuring an ensemble cast led by Jack Nicholson. The movie revolves around a Martian invasion triggering chaos on Earth after a failed peaceful interaction leads to a disastrous conflict.
#1,466The Witches of Eastwickas Daryl Van Horne • #1,466 most popular movieThe Witches of Eastwick is a 1987 American supernatural comedy film about three single women in a Rhode Island village whose lives take a mysterious turn when a charismatic man enters their lives.
#1,512Easy Rideras George Hanson • #1,512 most popular movieEasy Rider is a landmark counterculture film that explores societal issues and tensions in the United States during the 1960s.
#1,757Something's Gotta Giveas Harry Sanborn • #1,757 most popular movieSomething's Gotta Give is a 2003 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Nancy Meyers. The story follows Harry Sanborn, an older music industry executive who typically dates much younger women. When he has a heart attack at the home of his girlfriend's mother, Erica, a complex love triangle develops.
#2,345The Bucket Listas Edward Periman Cole • #2,345 most popular movieThe Bucket List is a 2007 American buddy comedy-drama film about two terminally ill men who go on a road trip to fulfill their wish list of experiences before they die.
#2,848Anger Managementas Dr. Buddy Rydell • #2,848 most popular movieAnger Management is a 2003 American buddy comedy film that revolves around a timid businessman, Dave Buznik, who is directed by the court to undergo anger management therapy with Dr. Buddy Rydell after a misunderstanding aboard an airplane. The unorthodox treatment intensifies, causing chaos in Dave's life.
#2,850Redsas Eugene O'Neill • #2,850 most popular movieReds is a 1981 American epic historical drama film that follows the life and career of journalist John Reed during the revolutionary years.
#2,956About Schmidtas Warren R. Schmidt • #2,956 most popular movieAbout Schmidt is a 2002 American comedy-drama film starring Jack Nicholson as a retired man who embarks on a journey to his daughter's wedding and discovers unexpected insights about himself and life.
#2,968Heartburnas Mark • #2,968 most popular movieHeartburn is a 1986 American comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols, starring Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson, based on Nora Ephron's novel about her marriage to Carl Bernstein.
#3,268The Pledgeas Jerry Black • #3,268 most popular movieThe Pledge is a 2001 American neo-noir psychological mystery drama film directed by Sean Penn, starring Jack Nicholson as a retiring police chief who promises to assist a woman in finding her daughter's killer.
#3,272Broadcast Newsas Bill Rorich • #3,272 most popular movieBroadcast News is a 1987 American romantic comedy-drama film that follows the story of a driven television news producer, her charming yet inexperienced rival, and a talented but less charismatic reporter.
#3,387The Two Jakesas J.J. "Jake" Gittes • #3,387 most popular movieThe Two Jakes is a 1990 American neo-noir mystery crime drama film that serves as a sequel to the iconic film Chinatown.
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#3,685How Do You Knowas Charles • #3,685 most popular movieHow Do You Know is a 2010 American romantic comedy film directed, written and produced by James L. Brooks, featuring Reese Witherspoon, Owen Wilson, Paul Rudd, and Jack Nicholson. The plot revolves around Lisa, a former softball player caught in a love triangle between a charismatic baseball player and a troubled businessman.
#3,935The Evening Staras Garrett Breedlove • #3,935 most popular movieThe Evening Star is a 1996 American comedy-drama film, serving as a sequel to the acclaimed Terms of Endearment. Shirley MacLaine reprises her award-winning role as Aurora Greenway, navigating her relationships with her grandchildren and facing the challenges of aging.
#3,974Prizzi's Honoras Charley Partanna • #3,974 most popular moviePrizzi's Honor is a 1985 American black comedy crime film directed by John Huston, following the story of two professional assassins who fall in love and are unknowingly hired to eliminate each other.
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#4,961The Crossing Guardas Freddy Gale • #4,961 most popular movieThe Crossing Guard is a 1995 American independent drama film directed by Sean Penn, starring Jack Nicholson and David Morse.
#5,150Ironweedas Francis Phelan • #5,150 most popular movieIronweed is a 1987 American drama film directed by Héctor Babenco, starring Jack Nicholson and Meryl Streep. The story revolves around the complex relationship between a homeless couple, dealing with personal demons and haunted pasts during the Great Depression era.
#5,778Blood and Wineas Alex • #5,778 most popular movieBlood and Wine is a 1996 American neo-noir crime thriller film that follows a Miami wine merchant's descent into betrayal and crime as he plans a heist to solve his financial troubles.
#6,269The Kid Stays in the Pictureas Self (archive footage) • #6,269 most popular movieThe Kid Stays in the Picture is a 2002 documentary film based on the 1994 print autobiography by film producer Robert Evans. The documentary provides an inside look at Evans' life and career in the film industry.
#6,588The Borderas Charlie Smith • #6,588 most popular movieThe Border is a 1982 American neo-noir dramatic crime thriller film directed by Tony Richardson, featuring Jack Nicholson and Harvey Keitel.
#7,245Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desiredas Self / Jake Gittes (archive footage) • #7,245 most popular movieRoman Polanski: Wanted and Desired is a 2008 documentary film directed by Marina Zenovich, focusing on the public scandal and private tragedy that led to director Roman Polanski's sudden flight from the United States.
#7,710Man Troubleas Harry Bliss • #7,710 most popular movieMan Trouble is a 1992 American romantic black comedy film following a guard dog trainer coerced into a risky scheme involving literary theft.
Jack Nicholson Biography
John Joseph Nicholson, born on April 22, 1937, is an American retired actor and filmmaker. With a career spanning five decades, Nicholson has received numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, a Grammy Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Known for his rebel roles against social structures, Nicholson's notable films include One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), As Good as It Gets (1997), and Terms of Endearment (1983), for which he received his three Academy Awards. He has also received recognition from the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award and the Kennedy Center Honor. Nicholson has left an indelible mark on the film industry.
On May 10, 2024, Jack Nicholson had 6,440 Wikipedia visits, making him the #517 most popular actor online.
