Robert Patrick: 10 Best Movies Ranked, According To Rotten Tomatoes

Some fans know Robert Patrick from his role as Davey Scatino, the compulsive gambler who tries to join Tony’s high-stakes game on The Sopranos. However, it is hard to argue that most audiences don’t know him as the iconic T-1000 from T2: Judgement Day.

Despite this, Robert Patrick’s acclaimed film credits don’t end with Terminator 2. The actor has appeared in several highly-rated movies like Walk the Line in supporting roles, as well as cult classics like Wayne’s World in bit parts. Fans have taken to Rotten Tomatoes to rank Robert Patrick’s best movies.

10 Flags Of Our Fathers (72%)

Flags of Our Fathers is a war movie from the mid-2000s. It comes from Clint Eastwood, although Flags of Our Fathers isn’t one of his highest-rated movies. It covers the true story of the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II, and the iconic photo taken after the fight.

Robert Patrick plays Colonel Chandler Johnson. He is a real soldier from the time alongside Ryan Phillippe’s John Bradley and Paul Walker Hank Hansen. Fans of the movie might say it presents an interesting slice of history.

9 Cop Land (75%)

Cop Land is a crime thriller from the late 90s. It follows Sylvester Stallone’s Sheriff Freddy Heflin. Heflin oversees a suburb of New York City inhabited by corrupt members of the NYPD. After their behavior is investigated by internal affairs, he is forced to look at some of his idols in a different light.

Robert Patrick plays Officer Jack Rucker, one of the corrupt cops Heflin is eventually forced to help take down. Fans of Cop Land perhaps say it is a widely underrated crime thriller featuring a star-studded cast of 90s crime movie actors like Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, and Ray Liotta.

8 Wayne’s World (78%)

Wayne and Garth are perhaps SNL‘s most celebrated comic duo. The two public-access TV hosts have their wildest dreams come true when their show gets picked up in Wayne’s World. However, their integrity is put to the test when they face ensuing challenges in the joke-packed legendary comedy.

Robert Patrick reprises his perhaps most iconic role in Wayne’s World. He pulls Wayne over, referencing one of his most memorable moments in T2. Some fans say Patrick’s appearance in Wayne’s World is one of the greatest cameos from other movies.

7 No Man Of God (79%)

No Man of God presents the story of Ted Bundy’s final days. The narrative follows Bill Hagmaier, an FBI agent as he interviews the famous serial killer as he awaits execution on death row. The story takes place during the last five years of Bundy’s life.

Robert Patrick plays Roger Depue in one of his most recent roles. Depue is Hagmaier’s superior. He warns him about Bundy and to not let the inmate get the best of him during his investigation. Fans might say No Man of God is gripping and moody.

6 Walk the Line (82%)

Many fans call Walk the Line one of James Mangold’s best movies. It presents audiences with the story of music icon Johnny Cash. The narrative follows Cash from his upbringing to his rise to fame and the development of a relationship with June Carter.

Robert Patrick plays Ray Cash, Johnny’s father. Audiences see him when Johnny is a boy and when Ray joins him and June for dinner later in his life. Fans perhaps say Walk the Line‘s accolades speak for themselves and Patrick adds talent to its roster.

5 Bridge to Terabithia (85%)

Bridge to Terabithia is a fantasy film marketed toward young people from the late 2000s. It follows two young friends, Leslie Burke and Jess Aarons. The pre-teens experience a magical kingdom away from the challenges of their daily life.

Robert Patrick plays Jess’ father Jack Aarons. Fans of the movie might say he shines as an antagonist. Others perhaps say the movie is highly-rated for the entertaining fantasy world that it puts on display.

4 Rushed (89%)

Rushed is a thriller film. It presents the story of a fraternity hazing ritual gone wrong and the subsequent effects on a college-aged victim’s parents. When Barbara O’Brien finds out what caused her son Jimmy’s tragic accident, she seeks revenge on the responsible parties.

Robert Patrick plays Jim O’Brien, Jimmy’s father. It is Patrick’s most recent credit. Audiences might say the movie presents a gripping thriller with a unique perspective on a familiar story.

3 What Josiah Saw (91%)

What Josiah Saw is a horror movie from the early 2020s. It concerns a family coming together at a farmhouse. The dark and moody film showcases a small ensemble cast.

Robert Patrick stars as Josiah. He is the patriarch of the Graham family, which the film puts on display. Viewers might point to Patrick’s performance as the glue which holds the film together.

2 Terminator 2: Judgment Day (93%)

It is hard to argue Terminator 2: Judgement Day doesn’t showcase Robert Patrick’s most famous role. He plays the antagonist in the cult classic presenting the story of a time-traveling cyborg meant to protect a young man who will eventually fight against an AI uprising.

Robert Patrick appears in many of T2‘s iconic sequences. They have been spoofed and mimicked in several series and movies like The Simpsons. Fans of Patrick would say T2 couldn’t have gained its legacy without his legendary performance.

1 Spy Kids (93%)

Robert Rodriguez presents a family spy action comedy with Spy Kids. The story follows Carmen and Juni Cortez as they go on an adventure to save their spy parents, using some of their own methods after discovering their secret identities.

Robert Patrick plays Mr. Lisp. He is one of the goofy antagonists who Carmen and Juni must stop in their journey to save mom and dad. Audiences might say it is a fun and wholesome movie presenting several comedic performances.

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