TV Shows - Walter Matthau
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on August 01, 2025. Walter Matthau has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#168Saturday Night Liveas Self - Host • 1 episode • #168 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 - Walter Matthau
Sorted by online popularity. Walter Matthau has appeared in 23 movies with data.
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#2,358Dennis the Menaceas George Wilson • #2,358 most popular movieDennis the Menace is a 1993 American family comedy film based on the Hank Ketcham comic strip, directed by Nick Castle.
#2,361Charadeas Hamilton Bartholemew • #2,361 most popular movieCharade is a 1963 American romantic comedy mystery film that follows Regina Lampert's journey after her husband's murder and her involvement with his ex-WWII comrades in a pursuit for stolen money.
#2,568The Bad News Bearsas Coach Morris Buttermaker • #2,568 most popular movieThe Bad News Bears is a 1976 American sports comedy film about an alcoholic ex-baseball pitcher who coaches a youth baseball team of misfits known as the Bears.
#3,288Grumpy Old Menas Max Goldman • #3,288 most popular movie
#4,606Hanging Upas Lou Mozell • #4,606 most popular movieHanging Up is a 2000 American comedy-drama film directed by Diane Keaton, based on Delia Ephron's 1995 novel. It stars Keaton, Meg Ryan, Lisa Kudrow, and Walter Matthau in his final film role.
#5,011Grumpier Old Menas Max Goldman • #5,011 most popular movieGrumpier Old Men is a 1995 American romantic comedy film, serving as a sequel to its predecessor Grumpy Old Men. It is directed by Howard Deutch and features a talented cast including Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Ann-Margret.
#5,216Out to Seaas Charlie Gordon • #5,216 most popular movie
#5,983A New Leafas Henry Graham • #5,983 most popular movieA New Leaf is a 1971 American black comedy film about a playboy who must find a wealthy spouse after squandering his fortune.
#6,042The Grass Harpas Judge Charlie Cool • #6,042 most popular movieThe Grass Harp is a 1995 American comedy-drama film adaptation of Truman Capote's novella, exploring a young man's journey in a quirky family in 1940s Alabama.
#6,118The Odd Couple IIas Oscar Madison • #6,118 most popular movieThe Odd Couple II is a 1998 American buddy comedy film, a sequel to the 1968 classic, where Oscar and Felix reunite for a wedding in California.
#6,304The Kid Stays in the Pictureas Self (archive footage) • #6,304 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.
#6,370The Survivorsas Sonny Paluso • #6,370 most popular movieThe Survivors is a 1983 American comedy film featuring Walter Matthau and Robin Williams as two unemployed individuals who form an unlikely friendship after a dangerous encounter with a hitman.
#6,492I.Q.as Albert Einstein • #6,492 most popular movieI.Q. is a 1994 American romantic comedy film directed by Fred Schepisi, featuring Tim Robbins, Meg Ryan, and Walter Matthau. The plot revolves around a young man seeking the affection of Einstein's niece with the help of the renowned physicist.
#6,747Hopscotchas Miles Kendig • #6,747 most popular movieHopscotch is a 1980 American comedy spy film starring Walter Matthau, Glenda Jackson, and Sam Waterston. The story follows former CIA operative Miles Kendig as he outsmarts his former boss by planning to publish a revealing memoir. This leads to a thrilling chase across America and Western Europe.
#7,151The Couch Tripas Donald Becker • #7,151 most popular movieThe Couch Trip is a 1988 American comedy film starring Dan Aykroyd, Walter Matthau, Charles Grodin, and Donna Dixon, loosely based on the novel by Ken Kolb.
#7,375Little Miss Markeras Sorrowful Jones • #7,375 most popular movieLittle Miss Marker is a 1980 American comedy-drama film about a bookie who becomes responsible for a young girl left as collateral for a bet, leading to unexpected changes in his life.
#7,732House Callsas Dr. Charley Nichols • #7,732 most popular movieHouse Calls is a 1978 American comedy-drama film featuring a widowed surgeon named Charley navigating a series of romantic encounters until he meets Ann, a woman who stands out from the rest.
#7,887I'm Not Rappaportas Nat Moyer • #7,887 most popular movieI'm Not Rappaport is a 1996 American buddy comedy-drama film starring Walter Matthau and Ossie Davis, based on Herb Gardner's play. The film follows the lively interactions of two elderly New York City men who spend time in Central Park together.
#8,004Movers & Shakersas Joe Mulholland • #8,004 most popular movieMovers & Shakers is a 1985 American comedy film featuring Walter Matthau and directed by William Asher.
#8,010First Monday in Octoberas Dan Snow • #8,010 most popular movieFirst Monday in October is a 1981 American comedy-drama film depicting the first female U.S. Supreme Court justice and her dynamic with a liberal colleague.
#8,269Casey's Shadowas Lloyd Bourdelle • #8,269 most popular movieCasey's Shadow is a 1978 sports drama film about a young boy from a family of racehorse trainers and his bond with a promising foal named Casey's Shadow.
#8,284I Ought to Be in Picturesas Herbert Tucker • #8,284 most popular movieI Ought to Be in Pictures is a 1982 American comedy-drama film directed by Herbert Ross.
Walter Matthau Biography
Walter Matthau (October 1, 1920 – July 1, 2000) was an American actor, comedian, and film director. He achieved recognition for his role in the Billy Wilder film The Fortune Cookie (1966), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Matthau's notable film credits include A Face in the Crowd (1957), King Creole (1958), The Bad News Bears (1976), and his collaborations with Jack Lemmon, such as The Odd Couple (1968) and Grumpy Old Men (1993). He also appeared in Charade (1963), Fail Safe (1964), Hello, Dolly! (1969), A New Leaf (1971), California Suite (1978), and many others. Matthau's talent and versatility made him a beloved figure in the film industry.
