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Ron Howard

Ron Howard

Director & actor · born 1 March 1954 · Duncan, Oklahoma, USA

Ronald William Howard (born March 1, 1954) is an American filmmaker and actor. He first came to prominence as a child actor, guest-starring in several television series, including an episode of The Twilight Zone. Howard gained national attention for playing young Opie Taylor, the son of Sheriff Andy Taylor (played by Andy Griffith) in the sitcom The Andy Griffith Show from 1960 through 1968. During this time, he also appeared in the musical film The Music Man (1962), a critical and commercial success. He was credited as Ronny Howard in his film and television appearances from 1959 to 1973.

Howard was cast in one of the lead roles in the coming-of-age film American Graffiti (1973), which received widespread acclaim and became one of the most profitable films in history. The following year, Howard became a household name for playing Richie Cunningham in the sitcom Happy Days, a role he would play from 1974 through 1984. Howard continued appearing in films during this time, such as the western film The Shootist (1976) and the comedy film Grand Theft Auto (1977), which also marked his directorial debut.

Where to start: A Beautiful Mind (2001).

As director 47

As actor 90

TV shows 49

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Ron Howard movie?

By viewer score, A Beautiful Mind (2001) at 7.9/10.

What are Ron Howard’s most popular movies?

A Beautiful Mind, A Beautiful Mind, The Da Vinci Code.

How many movies has Ron Howard made?

137 films on TMDB, 47 as director, 90 as actor.

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