Judd Nelson
Known for
An American actor born in Portland, Maine, Judd Nelson became a defining face of 1980s youth cinema. He played the rebel John Bender in John Hughes's 'The Breakfast Club' (1985) and appeared in 'St. Elmo's Fire' (1985), making him a charter member of the so-called Brat Pack. He later worked steadily in film and television, including the series 'Suddenly Susan'. Forever associated with his sneering, iconic teenage rebel, he remains a nostalgic emblem of a generation of coming-of-age films.
Judd Nelson
73 Movies
19 Series
An American actor born in Portland, Maine, Judd Nelson became a defining face of 1980s youth cinema. He played the rebel John Bender in John Hughes's 'The Breakfast Club' (1985) and appeared in 'St. Elmo's Fire' (1985), making him a charter member of the so-called Brat Pack. He later worked steadily in film and television, including the series 'Suddenly Susan'. Forever associated with his sneering, iconic teenage rebel, he remains a nostalgic emblem of a generation of coming-of-age films.
Movies
Plays Don
Girl in the Basement
2021
Plays John Bender
The Breakfast Club
1985
Plays Sheriff
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
2001
Plays Hot Rod / Rodimus Prime (voice)
The Transformers: The Movie
1986
Plays Nick Peretti
New Jack City
1991
Plays Dr. Robert Morris
Nurse 3-D
2013
Plays Ryan Hunt
Billionaire Boys Club
2018
Plays Concezio Yakavetta
The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day
2009
Plays Alec Newbary
St. Elmo's Fire
1985
Plays Jimmie Wing
Airheads
1994
Plays Nathaniel Burke
Steel
1997
Plays Phil Hicks
Fandango
1985
Plays Ken Knowles
Light It Up
1999
Plays Arthur 'Buck' Taylor
Relentless
1989
Plays Steven P.D. Landry
Netherbeast Incorporated
2007
Plays Rear Admirial Raymond Spruance
Dauntless: The Battle of Midway
2019
Plays Hitman
For a Few Lousy Dollars
1995
Plays Marcus Rainsford
The Most Dangerous Game
2022
Plays McLean
Dead Water
2020
Plays Garrett Stance
#Unknown
2022
Plays Alex
Cybermutt
2003
Plays Miscreant
Madness in the Method
2019
Plays Aaron Roberts
Lost Voyage
2001
Plays Agent Wilson
The Terror Experiment
2010
Plays Mr. Franklin
Haunting of the Innocent
2014
Plays Billy Turner
Blue City
1986
Plays Brian Nathanson
White Rush
2003
Plays Donald Maroni
Mayor Cupcake
2011
Plays Sid
Stagecoach: The Texas Jack Story
2016
Plays Sam Sloane
The Final Run
2025
Plays David Merkin
Entangled
1993
Plays Manny
The Bandit Hound
2016
Plays Charlie
The Day the Earth Stopped
2008
Plays Ziad
The Freediver
2004
Plays Ella's Dad
The Caretaker
2008
Plays Captain Mathias
A Tale of Two Guns
2022
Plays Prisoner One
Hail Caesar
1994
Plays Marty Malt
The Dark Backward
1991
Plays Hot Rod / Rodimus Cron / Rodimus Unicronus / Unicron (voice)
Transformers: Power of the Primes
2018
Plays Kevin
Little Hercules
2009
Plays Quitz
Dark Asylum
2001
Plays Headmaster Nash
Bad Kids Go to Hell
2012
Plays Robin "Stormy" Weathers
From the Hip
1987
Plays Pastor Wember
Electric Jesus
2020
Plays Father Brian
The Lost Angel
2005
Plays Martin Potter (segment 'More Than a Feeling')
Strange Frequency
2001
Plays Tom
South of Hope Street
2024
Plays Shep
Lethal Eviction
2005
Plays Eddie Keaton
Making the Grade
1984
Plays Jack Jones
Deceived
2002
TV Shows
Plays Jack Richmond
Suddenly Susan
1996
Plays Hot Rod
Transformers: Titans Return
2017
Plays Self - Panelist
Hollywood Squares
1998
Plays Billy Baretti
Empire
2015
Plays Ronald Peller
Nikita
2010
Plays Joe Hunt
Billionaire Boys Club
1987
Plays Chris
Two and a Half Men
2003
Plays Mick Sheridan
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
2000
Plays Ollie
Las Vegas
2003
Plays Gaston
Tales from the Crypt
1989
Plays Policeman
Moonlighting
1985
Plays Cigarette Company Executive
CSI: NY
2004
Plays Dr. Bruce Nesic
Eleventh Hour
2008
Plays Harry Longworth
The Outer Limits
1995
Plays Steven Reidman
Psych
2006
Plays The Guru (voice)
Phineas and Ferb
2007
Plays Jack Hulka
The Wonderful World of Disney
1997
Plays Rodimus (voice)
Transformers: Animated
2007
Plays Martin Potter
Strange Frequency
2001
Latest Trailers
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The Final Run
Full Filmography
The Final Run
Sam Sloane
2025
Film
South of Hope Street
Tom
2024
Film
Dante's Hotel
Brayer
2023
Film
Save Christmas
Malcolm
2022
Film
The Most Dangerous Game
Marcus Rainsford
2022
Film
A Tale of Two Guns
Captain Mathias
2022
Film
#Unknown
Garrett Stance
2022
Film
The Downside of Bliss
Doug
2020
Film
Electric Jesus
Pastor Wember
2020
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Judd Nelson and where are they from?
Judd Nelson is 66 years old, born on November 28, 1959 in Portland, Maine, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Judd Nelson?
Judd Nelson is best known for roles in The Breakfast Club, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Girl in the Basement.
How many movies has Judd Nelson been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1983), Judd Nelson has appeared in 73 movies and 18 TV shows.
What was Judd Nelson's first movie?
The career of Judd Nelson began with Rock 'n' Roll Hotel (1983).
What is Judd Nelson's most recent movie or series?
Judd Nelson's most recent release is The Final Run, which premiered on August 15, 2025.
What TV shows has Judd Nelson appeared in?
On television, Judd Nelson has appeared in Family Guy, Two and a Half Men, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Phineas and Ferb.
Does Judd Nelson have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Judd Nelson's upcoming work includes: Yellow Lights (2026).
Judd Nelson
1959-11-28 · Portland, Maine, USA
Judd Asher Nelson (born November 28, 1959) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles as John Bender in The Breakfast Club, Alec Newbury in St. Elmo's Fire, Joe Hunt in Billionaire Boys Club, Nick Peretti in New Jack City, Billy Beretti in Empire, and Jack Richmond in the television series Suddenly Susan.