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John Ritter Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1948-09-17

Birthplace:
Burbank, California, USA

Credits:
172 Total Roles

John Ritter

Acting

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Biography

Johnathan Southworth "John" Ritter (September 17, 1948 – September 11, 2003) was an American actor, voice over artist and comedian, perhaps best known for playing Jack Tripper and Paul Hennessy in the ABC sitcoms "Three's Company" and "8 Simple Rules," respectively. Don Knotts called him the "greatest physical comedian on the planet." Ritter's final films "Bad Santa," "Clifford's Really Big Movie" and "Stanley's Dinosaur Round-Up" were all dedicated in his memory.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2021 Superstar TV Self (archive footage)
2015 Behind Closed Doors with Natalie Morales TV Himself (archive footage)
2006 Stanley's Dinosaur Round-Up MOVIE Great Uncle Stew (voice)
2005 Mr. Thornton Goes to Hollywood MOVIE Self (archive footage)
2004 Clifford's Really Big Movie MOVIE Clifford the Big Red Dog (voice)
2003 Bad Santa MOVIE Bob Chipeska
2003 ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration MOVIE Self
2003 TV Land Awards: A Celebration of Classic TV TV Self
2003 Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV Self
2003 Manhood MOVIE Eli

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