TV Shows - Rance Howard
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on May 01, 2024. Rance Howard has appeared in 11 television series with data.
#27Grey's Anatomyas Martin Carroll • 1 episode • #27 most popular showGrey's Anatomy is a medical drama television series that follows the personal and professional lives of surgical interns, residents, and attendings at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Created by Shonda Rhimes, the show explores the challenges and triumphs of the talented doctors as they navigate their careers and personal relationships. With its compelling characters and intricate storylines, Grey's Anatomy has become a cultural phenomenon, touching on themes of love, loss, and the complexities of the medical field.
#59Seinfeldas Farmer • 2 episodes • #59 most popular showSeinfeld is an American sitcom centering around comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his eclectic group of friends in New York City. The series is known for its unique take on everyday life, exploring the trivialities and quirks of social norms and relationships.- #59Seinfeldas Blind Man • 1 episode • #59 most popular showSeinfeld is an American sitcom centering around comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his eclectic group of friends in New York City. The series is known for its unique take on everyday life, exploring the trivialities and quirks of social norms and relationships.
#153Married... with Childrenas Edwin • 1 episode • #153 most popular showMarried... with Children is an American sitcom that aired from 1987 to 1997. It follows the dysfunctional Bundy family, consisting of Al Bundy, his lazy wife Peggy, their promiscuous daughter Kelly, and dim-witted son Bud, living in Chicago. The show is known for its dark humor, satirical portrayal of suburban life, and unapologetic depiction of dysfunctional family dynamics. With its unique blend of sarcasm and crude jokes, Married... with Children became a cult classic and garnered a large following during its run.
#254The X-Filesas Old Man • 1 episode • #254 most popular showThe X-Files is a science fiction television series that follows FBI special agents Mulder and Scully as they investigate unsolved cases involving paranormal phenomena. With a blend of mystery, drama, and conspiracy, the show captivates audiences with its intricate plots and engaging characters. Airing for nine seasons, The X-Files explores a wide range of supernatural and extraterrestrial phenomena, delving into themes of government cover-ups, alien abductions, and the search for truth. The show has garnered a dedicated fan base and enduring cultural impact, solidifying its status as a classic in the science fiction genre.
#318Bonesas Jerold Norsky • 2 episodes • #318 most popular showBones is an American crime procedural drama television series. The show follows Dr. Temperance Brennan, a forensic anthropologist, and FBI Special Agent Seeley Booth as they work together to solve complex murder cases. The series is known for its blend of crime-solving and character-driven storytelling, as well as its witty dialogue and compelling relationship between its two leads. With an engaging mix of science, drama, and humor, Bones has become a beloved show that explores the intricate world of forensic anthropology and the pursuit of justice.
#360Arrested Developmentas Himself • 1 episode • #360 most popular showArrested Development is a comedic television series that follows the lives of the dysfunctional Bluth family. The show revolves around Michael Bluth, who tries to maintain some semblance of order while dealing with his eccentric relatives. With its clever writing and quirky characters, Arrested Development is known for its unique blend of humor and satire. The show garnered critical acclaim for its intricate plotlines and layered storytelling, making it a cult favorite among fans. Featuring a talented ensemble cast, Arrested Development seamlessly combines absurd situations with sharp wit, creating a truly entertaining viewing experience.
#363ERas Dr. Oliver Kostin • 1 episode • #363 most popular showER is a popular medical drama series that aired on NBC from 1994 to 2009. Set in the fictional County General Hospital in Chicago, the show follows a group of doctors and nurses as they navigate the challenges and chaos of everyday life in a busy emergency room. Known for its gritty realism, ER delves into the personal and professional lives of the medical staff, giving viewers an inside look into the high-pressure world of emergency medicine.
#7527th Heavenas Old Man in Park • 1 episode • #752 most popular show7th Heaven is an American television drama series that revolves around Reverend Eric Camden and his wife Annie as they navigate the challenges of raising their seven children. The show also explores the various relationships that develop within the Camden household, including the friends, sweethearts, and spouses of the children. With a strong emphasis on family values, 7th Heaven provides an engaging and heartwarming portrayal of the everyday struggles and triumphs of the Camden family.
#875Babylon 5as David Sheridan • 3 episodes • #875 most popular showBabylon 5 is a renowned five-mile long space station situated in neutral space. Constructed by the Earth Alliance in the 2250s, its primary mission is to uphold peace and harmony among diverse extraterrestrial civilizations by providing a safe haven for negotiations and conflict resolution through appointed ambassadors. The station's governing body, known as the Council, comprises representatives from the Earth Alliance, Minbari Federation, Centauri Republic, Narn Regime, and Vorlon Empire. Functioning not only as a diplomatic hub, Babylon 5 also serves as a crucial military outpost for Earth and a bustling port of call for travelers, traders, and Rangers alike.
#888Laverne & Shirley1 episode • #888 most popular showLaverne & Shirley is an American sitcom that aired from 1976 to 1983. The show follows the lives of two best friends, Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeney, who work as bottle-cappers in the Shotz Brewery in Milwaukee. Known for its comedic antics and vibrant characters, the series gained popularity for its mix of slapstick humor and heartfelt moments. Laverne & Shirley became a cultural phenomenon and spin-off of the hit show, Happy Days. It is often praised for its strong female leads and its portrayal of the working-class struggles and dreams in the 1950s and 1960s America.
Movies - Rance Howard
Sorted by online popularity. Rance Howard has appeared in 47 movies with data.
#126A Beautiful Mindas White-Haired Patient • #126 most popular movieA Beautiful Mind is a 2001 biographical film about the Nobel Laureate mathematician John Nash, portrayed by Russell Crowe. Directed by Ron Howard and written by Akiva Goldsman, the movie delves into Nash's struggles with schizophrenia and his involvement in cryptology.
#403Chinatownas Irate Farmer • #403 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.
#675Sgt. Bilkoas Mr. Robbins • #675 most popular movieSgt. Bilko is a 1996 American military comedy film featuring Master Sergeant Ernest G. Bilko in charge of a motor pool at Fort Baxter where he runs various money-making scams.
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#889The Lone Rangeras Engineer • #889 most popular movieThe Lone Ranger is a 2013 American Western action film directed by Gore Verbinski. It stars Johnny Depp as Tonto and Armie Hammer as John Reid, the Lone Ranger. The story follows the duo's efforts to subdue local villainy and bring justice to the American Old West.
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#1,396Angels & Demonsas Cardinal Beck • #1,396 most popular movieAngels & Demons is a 2009 American action mystery thriller film directed by Ron Howard. It is the sequel to the 2006 film The Da Vinci Code and the second installment in the Robert Langdon film series. The story follows Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon as he is tasked by the Vatican to investigate the resurgence of the Illuminati, who have kidnapped four cardinals during the papal conclave.
#1,463Valentine's Dayas Bistro Gardens Diner • #1,463 most popular movieValentine's Day is a 2010 American romantic comedy film directed by Garry Marshall. It features an ensemble cast and follows the lives of more than a dozen individuals in Los Angeles as they navigate the highs and lows of the holiday. The intertwining stories involve relationships, romance, and the various experiences people encounter on Valentine's Day.
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#1,685Mars Attacks!as Texan Investor • #1,685 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.
#1,899Ed Woodas Old Man McCoy (uncredited) • #1,899 most popular movieEd Wood is a biographical comedy-drama film about the life of the titular cult filmmaker, known as the 'worst director of all time', and his unique approach to making B-movies.
#1,966Splashas McCullough • #1,966 most popular movieSplash is a 1984 American romantic fantasy comedy film directed by Ron Howard, about a businessman who unexpectedly falls in love with a mysterious woman who turns out to be a mermaid.
#2,034How the Grinch Stole Christmasas Elderly Timekeeper • #2,034 most popular movieHow the Grinch Stole Christmas is a 2000 American Christmas fantasy comedy film directed by Ron Howard. It is based on Dr. Seuss's 1957 children's book of the same name and features Jim Carrey as the eponymous character. The film follows the Grinch, a misanthropic green creature, as he attempts to sabotage the Christmas celebrations in Whoville.
#2,037Cinderella Manas Announcer Al Fazin • #2,037 most popular movieCinderella Man is a 2005 American biographical sports drama film directed by Ron Howard, starring Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, and Paul Giamatti. The film tells the story of heavyweight boxing champion James J. Braddock, who was dubbed 'The Cinderella Man' by journalist Damon Runyon.
#2,236Georgia Ruleas Dog Bite Man • #2,236 most popular movieGeorgia Rule is a 2007 American comedy-drama film directed by Garry Marshall. It stars Jane Fonda, Lindsay Lohan, and Felicity Huffman, among others. The film received generally negative reviews from critics but the lead cast was praised for their performances.
#2,274Cocoonas St. Petersburg Dectective • #2,274 most popular movieCocoon is a 1985 American science fiction comedy-drama film directed by Ron Howard. It follows a group of elderly individuals who discover newfound vitality after encountering alien cocoons.
#2,417Nebraskaas Uncle Ray • #2,417 most popular movieNebraska is a 2013 American comedy-drama road film that follows an elderly Montana resident and his son on a journey to claim a million-dollar sweepstakes prize. Directed by Alexander Payne and starring Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, and Bob Odenkirk, the film explores the complexities of family dynamics and aging as the characters embark on a road trip.
#2,418Far and Awayas Tomlin • #2,418 most popular movieFar and Away is a 1992 American epic Western romantic adventure drama film starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, directed by Ron Howard.
#2,452Joe Dirtas Bomb Squad Cop • #2,452 most popular movieJoe Dirt is a 2001 American adventure comedy film starring David Spade as the titular character, a man on a quest to find his long-lost parents. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Joe maintains an unwavering optimism and determination throughout his journey.
#2,487Universal Soldieras John Devreux • #2,487 most popular movieUniversal Soldier is a 1992 American military science-fiction action film about a soldier who is brought back to life as part of a secret military program, only to uncover his erased memories.
#2,563Rat Raceas Feed the Earth Spokesman • #2,563 most popular movieRat Race is a 2001 American comedy film directed by Jerry Zucker, featuring an ensemble cast and focusing on a high-stakes race. The plot revolves around six teams competing to reach a storage locker filled with $2 million, sparking a chaotic and unpredictable journey.
#2,647Parenthoodas Dean at College • #2,647 most popular movieParenthood is a 1989 American family comedy-drama film featuring an ensemble cast navigating the challenges and joys of raising children.
#2,668Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Storyas Preacher • #2,668 most popular movieWalk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story is a 2007 American comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan and written by Kasdan and Judd Apatow. It is a parody of the biopic genre and follows the fictional rock and roll star, Dewey Cox, portrayed by John C. Reilly, on his journey to music stardom.
#2,996The 'Burbsas Detective #2 • #2,996 most popular movieThe 'Burbs is a 1989 American black comedy film directed by Joe Dante, starring Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher, and more. It humorously portrays a suburban family man who becomes suspicious of his new mysterious neighbors.
#3,040Little Giantsas Father Kelly • #3,040 most popular movieLittle Giants is a 1994 family sports comedy film about a man who forms a ragtag Pee-Wee football team after his daughter is cut from the elite team due to her gender.
#3,071Frost/Nixonas Ollie • #3,071 most popular movieFrost/Nixon is a 2008 historical drama film that delves into the revealing interviews between British television broadcaster David Frost and former United States President Richard Nixon in 1977. The film received critical acclaim and was directed by Ron Howard, earning five Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director.
#3,089Jonah Hexas Telegrapher • #3,089 most popular movieJonah Hex is a 2010 American Western superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. It follows the story of Jonah Hex, a gunslinger appointed by President Ulysses Grant to hunt down his enemy Quentin Turnbull, a former Confederate officer. Hex seeks revenge for the murder of his family while combating Turnbull's plans to unleash chaos and terror.
#3,276The Missingas Telegraph Operator • #3,276 most popular movieThe Missing is a 2003 American Western film directed by Ron Howard, based on Thomas Eidson's novel The Last Ride. Starring Tommy Lee Jones and Cate Blanchett, the film is set in 1885 New Mexico Territory and features the authentic use of the Apache language by various actors.
#3,701Drillbit Tayloras Older Man • #3,701 most popular movieDrillbit Taylor is a 2008 American coming-of-age comedy film about three high school students who hire a budget bodyguard to protect them from a bully.
#3,787Innerspaceas Supermarket Customer • #3,787 most popular movieInnerspace is a 1987 American science fiction comedy film directed by Joe Dante, inspired by the film Fantastic Voyage. It stars Dennis Quaid, Martin Short, and Meg Ryan, with music composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
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#4,414Gung Hoas Mayor Conrad Zwart • #4,414 most popular movieGung Ho is a 1986 American comedy film directed by Ron Howard and starring Michael Keaton, also known as Working Class Man in Australia and New Zealand. The movie revolves around the acquisition of a western Pennsylvania auto plant by a Japanese company and the challenges faced by auto worker Hunt Stevenson in merging two contrasting corporate cultures.
#4,419The Second Civil Waras Arnold Tooney, jr. • #4,419 most popular movieThe Second Civil War is a satirical black comedy film exploring immigration and ethnic conflicts in the United States.
#4,444Ghosts of Mississippias Ralph Hargrove • #4,444 most popular movieGhosts of Mississippi is a biographical courtroom drama film that follows a district attorney and Medgar Evers' widow as they seek justice for the 1963 murder of the civil rights leader by a white supremacist.
#4,737Chairman of the Boardas Rev. Hatley • #4,737 most popular movieChairman of the Board is a 1998 American comedy film where a surfer and inventor inherits a billionaire's company and faces challenges from the deceased magnate's nephew.
#4,803The Dilemmaas Burt • #4,803 most popular movieThe Dilemma is a 2011 American dark comedy film directed by Ron Howard, featuring Vince Vaughn and Kevin James. It revolves around Ronny and Nick, close friends and business partners in an auto design firm. Ronny discovers Nick's wife, Geneva, involved with another man, leading to a complex moral dilemma and a race against time to complete a vital project.
#5,163The Paperas Alicia's Doctor • #5,163 most popular movieThe Paper is a 1994 American comedy-drama film directed by Ron Howard. It stars Michael Keaton as Henry Hackett, the editor of a New York City tabloid, facing challenges at work due to financial difficulties and internal conflicts.
#6,139Terminal Velocityas Chuck, Stunt Pilot • #6,139 most popular movieTerminal Velocity is a 1994 American action film following a daring skydiver and a former KGB agent joining forces to thwart a Russian mafia heist.
#6,151The Lonely Guyas Minister • #6,151 most popular movieThe Lonely Guy is a 1984 American romantic comedy film starring Steve Martin as a greeting card writer who experiences a series of romantic setbacks, leading him to write a book that changes his life.
#6,786Happy, Texasas Ely • #6,786 most popular movieHappy, Texas is a 1999 American comedy film about two escaped convicts who are mistaken for a gay couple working as beauty pageant consultants in the village of Happy, Texas.
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#6,910The Executioner's Songas Lt. Nelson • #6,910 most popular movieThe Executioner's Song is a 1982 American made-for-television biographical crime drama film based on Norman Mailer's novel. It follows the story of Gary Gilmore's struggle to rebuild his life after serving time in prison, culminating in a series of tragic events.
#7,389Love Lettersas Joseph Chesley • #7,389 most popular movieLove Letters is a 1984 American romantic drama film following Anna, a young radio deejay, who embarks on a passionate affair with a married man after uncovering her mother's secret love letters.
#7,471Creatoras Mr. Spencer • #7,471 most popular movieCreator is a 1985 American comedy film about Dr. Harry Wolper, a professor who aims to clone his deceased wife with the help of his assistant and a young egg donor.
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#8,219Limit Upas Chuck Feeney • #8,219 most popular movieLimit Up is a 1989 comedy film following Chicago commodities trader Casey Falls, who aspires to become a top trader despite obstacles.
#8,249Play the Gameas Mervin Lavine • #8,249 most popular moviePlay the Game is a 2009 romantic comedy film starring Andy Griffith, Paul Campbell, Liz Sheridan, Doris Roberts, and Marla Sokoloff. The story revolves around David Mitchell, who attempts to win over Julie while teaching his widowed grandfather, Joe, the intricacies of dating. This leads to unexpected results as Joe becomes unexpectedly successful while David struggles in his pursuit of love.
Rance Howard Biography
Rance Howard (1928-2017), born Harold Engle Beckenholdt, was an American actor known for his work in film and television. He appeared in notable films such as Cool Hand Luke (1967), Chinatown (1974), Splash (1984), Apollo 13 (1995), and Frost/Nixon (2008). Howard received a Primetime Emmy Award for co-producing the television film The Time Crystal (1981). He was the father of actor and filmmaker Ron Howard and actor Clint Howard, and the grandfather of actresses Bryce Dallas Howard and Paige Howard. Rance Howard was born in Newkirk, Oklahoma and changed his name when he entered acting. He graduated from Shidler High School and studied at the University of Oklahoma.
On May 01, 2024, Rance Howard had 833 Wikipedia visits, making him the #6,105 most popular actor online.
