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Jack Nicholson
Known for
One of the most influential and awarded actors in cinema history. Three-time Oscar winner for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), Terms of Endearment (1983), and As Good as It Gets (1997), a record for an actor. Recognition with Easy Rider (1969) and Chinatown (1974) by Roman Polanski. Starred in The Shining (1980) by Stanley Kubrick, Batman (1989) by Tim Burton as the Joker, and A Few Good Men (1992). An American actor and absolute reference in American cinema of the last six decades, recognized for his magnetism, intensity, and range of unforgettable characters.
Jack Nicholson
65 Movies
9 Series
One of the most influential and awarded actors in cinema history. Three-time Oscar winner for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), Terms of Endearment (1983), and As Good as It Gets (1997), a record for an actor. Recognition with Easy Rider (1969) and Chinatown (1974) by Roman Polanski. Starred in The Shining (1980) by Stanley Kubrick, Batman (1989) by Tim Burton as the Joker, and A Few Good Men (1992). An American actor and absolute reference in American cinema of the last six decades, recognized for his magnetism, intensity, and range of unforgettable characters.
Movies
Plays Costello
The Departed
2006
Plays Jack Torrance
The Shining
1980
Plays Randle Patrick McMurphy
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
1975
Plays Joker / Jack Napier
Batman
1989
Plays Col. Nathan R. Jessep
A Few Good Men
1992
Plays President Dale / Art Land
Mars Attacks!
1996
Plays Melvin Udall
As Good as It Gets
1997
Plays Harry Sanborn
Something's Gotta Give
2003
Plays George Hanson
Easy Rider
1969
Plays Dr. Buddy Rydell
Anger Management
2003
Plays J.J. 'Jake' Gittes
Chinatown
1974
Plays Daryl Van Horne
The Witches of Eastwick
1987
Plays Edward Periman Cole
The Bucket List
2007
Plays Charles
How Do You Know
2010
Plays Garrett Breedlove
Terms of Endearment
1983
Plays Will Randall
Wolf
1994
Plays Warren Schmidt
About Schmidt
2002
Plays Jonathan
Carnal Knowledge
1971
Plays Frank Chambers
The Postman Always Rings Twice
1981
Plays Jack Nicholson
I'm Still Here
2010
Plays Jerry Black
The Pledge
2001
Plays James R. 'Jimmy' Hoffa
Hoffa
1992
Plays The Specialist
Tommy
1975
Plays Charley Partanna
Prizzi's Honor
1985
Plays Mark
Heartburn
1986
Plays Freddy Gale
The Crossing Guard
1995
Plays Wilbur Force
The Little Shop of Horrors
1960
Plays Tad Pringle
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
1970
Plays Eugene O'Neill
Reds
1981
Plays Bill Rorich
Broadcast News
1987
Plays Rexford Bedlo
The Raven
1963
Plays Billy L. 'Badass' Buddusky
The Last Detail
1973
Plays Alex
Blood and Wine
1996
Plays Robert Eroica Dupea
Five Easy Pieces
1970
Plays Lt. Andre Duvalier
The Terror
1963
Plays David Locke
The Passenger
1975
Plays Oscar 'Dix' Sullivan
The Fortune
1975
Director
Plays J.J. "Jake" Gittes
The Two Jakes
1990
Plays Francis Phelan
Ironweed
1987
Plays Tom Logan
The Missouri Breaks
1976
Plays Brimmer
The Last Tycoon
1976
Director
Plays Henry Moon
Goin' South
1978
Writer
Plays Wes
Ride in the Whirlwind
1966
Plays Garrett Breedlove
The Evening Star
1996
Plays Charlie Smith
The Border
1982
Producer
Plays Billy Spear
The Shooting
1966
Plays Poet
Hells Angels on Wheels
1967
Plays David Staebler
The King of Marvin Gardens
1972
Plays Jefferson City Coach
Little Amy
1962
Plays Harry Bliss
Man Trouble
1992
TV Shows
Plays Mr. Garland
The Andy Griffith Show
1960
Plays Jefferson City Coach
Little Amy
1962
Plays Martin
Mr. Lucky
1959
Plays Tony Morgan
Hawaiian Eye
1959
Plays John Stark
Sea Hunt
1958
Plays Bob Doolin
Bronco
1958
Plays Musician's Son
Matinee Theater
1955
Plays Tom Murdock
The Guns of Will Sonnett
1967
Plays Bud
The Barbara Stanwyck Show
1960
Latest Trailers
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Full Filmography
How Do You Know
Charles
2010
Film
I'm Still Here
Jack Nicholson
2010
Film
The Bucket List
Edward Periman Cole
2007
Film
The Departed
Costello
2006
Film
Something's Gotta Give
Harry Sanborn
2003
Film
Anger Management
Dr. Buddy Rydell
2003
Film
About Schmidt
Warren Schmidt
2002
Film
The Pledge
Jerry Black
2001
Film
As Good as It Gets
Melvin Udall
1997
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jack Nicholson and where are they from?
Jack Nicholson is 89 years old, born on April 22, 1937 in Manhattan, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Jack Nicholson?
Jack Nicholson is best known for roles in The Shining, The Departed, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
How many movies has Jack Nicholson been in?
Over a 68-year career (since 1958), Jack Nicholson has appeared in 64 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Jack Nicholson's first movie?
The career of Jack Nicholson began with Cry Baby Killer (1958).
What is Jack Nicholson's most recent movie or series?
Jack Nicholson's most recent release is Tim Burton: Life in the Line, which premiered on October 23, 2025.
What TV shows has Jack Nicholson appeared in?
On television, Jack Nicholson has appeared in Saturday Night Live, The Andy Griffith Show, The Oscars, Golden Globe Awards.
Jack Nicholson
1937-04-22 · Manhattan, New York, USA
John Joseph "Jack" Nicholson (born April 22, 1937) is a retired American actor, film director, producer and writer. He is renowned for his often dark-themed portrayals of neurotic characters. Nicholson has been nominated for Academy Awards 12 times, winning Best Actor for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and for As Good as It Gets, and Best Supporting Actor for Terms of Endearment. He is tied with Walter Brennan for most acting wins by a male actor (three), and second to Katharine Hepburn for most acting wins overall (four).
He is also one of only two actors nominated for an Academy Award for acting (either lead or supporting) in every decade from the 1960s to 2000s (the other one being Michael Caine). He has won seven Golden Globe Awards, and received a Kennedy Center Honor in 2001. In 1994, he became one of the youngest actors to be awarded the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award. Notable films in which he has starred include, Easy Rider, Chinatown, The Shining, Reds, Batman, A Few Good Men, About Schmidt, Something's Gotta Give, and The Departed.