The Best Clint Howard Movies

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List of the best Clint Howard movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Clint Howard's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Clint Howard movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Clint Howard movies will be at the top of the list. Clint Howard has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Clint Howard movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Clint Howard films to end the squabble once and for all.

If you think the best Clint Howard role isn't at the top, then upvote it so it has the chance to become number one. The greatest Clint Howard performances didn't necessarily come from the best movies, but in most cases they go hand in hand.

This list below has a variety of films, like Senior Skip Day and Cut Off, in it.

"This list answers the questions, "What are the best Clint Howard movies?" and "What are the greatest Clint Howard roles of all time?"

Notable directors that have worked with Clint Howard include names like Ron Howard, Uwe Boll and Rob Zombie.

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  • Apollo 13
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    Apollo 13

    Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon
    13 votes
    • Released: 1995
    • Directed by: Ron Howard
    Apollo 13, a gripping space docudrama, chronicles the real-life, perilous lunar mission of 1970. The film features astronaut Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), command module pilot Ken Mattingly (Gary Sinise), and flight director Gene Kranz (Ed Harris). When an oxygen tank explodes, the spacecraft's crew must abort their moon landing, transforming their mission into a struggle to return home safely. Directed by Ron Howard, Apollo 13 masterfully blends historical accuracy with cinematic suspense. It was nominated for nine Academy Awards in 1996, underscoring its significant impact on the genre of true-story films.

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  • The Waterboy
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    The Waterboy

    Adam Sandler, Kathy Bates, Henry Winkler
    13 votes
    • Released: 1998
    • Directed by: Frank Coraci
    In the comedy film, The Waterboy, Bobby Boucher (Adam Sandler), a socially awkward water boy for a college football team, discovers his unique tackling skills and becomes a member of the team. His domineering mother (Kathy Bates) disapproves of this new path, creating tension between them. His coach (Henry Winkler), on the other hand, sees potential in Bobby's talent and encourages him to pursue it. As Bobby navigates his newfound fame and personal life struggles, he transforms from an underdog into an unlikely hero.

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  • A Beautiful Mind
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    A Beautiful Mind

    Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly
    15 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Ron Howard
    A Beautiful Mind is a biographical drama, chronicling the life of John Nash (Russell Crowe), an extraordinary mathematician grappling with schizophrenia. The plot unfolds in the mid-twentieth century, tracing his rise to acclaim and descent into mental chaos. His wife, Alicia (Jennifer Connelly), stands as a pillar of support through his tumultuous journey. Directed by Ron Howard, the film scooped up four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. An engrossing narrative of genius and resilience, it's a profound exploration of human intellect and its frailties.

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  • Tango & Cash
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    Tango & Cash

    Sylvester Stallone, Kurt Russell, Teri Hatcher
    10 votes
    • Released: 1989
    • Directed by: Andrey Konchalovskiy
    Police officers Ray Tango (Sylvester Stallone) and Gabe Cash (Kurt Russell) are narcotics experts working to bring down drug lord Yves Perret (Jack Palance). In an attempt to stymie their efforts, Perret sets up Tango and Cash, making it look as if they've killed an FBI agent. Arrested and put in prison, the two cops formulate an escape plan and, once out, team up with Tango's exotic dancer sister, Katherine (Teri Hatcher), in order to clear their records and take down Perret once and for all.

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  • The Jungle Book
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    The Jungle Book

    Phil Harris, Sebastian Cabot, Louis Prima
    14 votes
    • Released: 1967
    • Directed by: Wolfgang Reitherman
    Mowgli (Bruce Reitherman) is an orphaned boy raised by wolves in the Indian jungle. As the threat of the fierce tiger, Shere Khan (George Sanders), approaches, Mowgli is forced to leave his wolf family and embark on a journey to the human village. Along the way, he meets memorable friends and foes like Baloo the bear (Phil Harris) and the hypnotic snake Kaa (Sterling Holloway).

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  • Little Nicky
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    Little Nicky

    Adam Sandler, Patricia Arquette, Harvey Keitel
    9 votes
    • Released: 2000
    • Directed by: Steven Brill
    In the quirky comedy Little Nicky, Nicky (Adam Sandler), a good-natured demon and the son of Satan (Harvey Keitel), is tasked with saving Earth from his two rebellious brothers. When they escape Hell, intending to create their own underworld, it's up to Nicky to stop them, aided by an unlikely team - a talking bulldog and a human guide. A raucous journey ensues, filled with rock music, celestial battles and plenty of laughs. This movie cleverly interweaves humor, fantasy and adventure, offering audiences a unique take on the battle between good and evil.

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