Ron Howard

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Ronald William Howard (born March 1, 1954) is an American filmmaker and actor. Howard first came to prominence as a child actor, guest-starring in several television series, including an episode of The Twilight Zone. He 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. In 1984, Howard left Happy Days to focus on directing, producing and occasionally writing variety films and television series. His films include the science-fiction/fantasy Cocoon (1985), the fantasy Willow (1988), the thriller Backdraft (1991), the historical docudrama Apollo 13 (1995), the Christmas comedy How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000), the biographical drama A Beautiful Mind (2001), the biographical sports drama Cinderella Man (2005), the thriller The Da Vinci Code (2006), the historical drama Frost/Nixon (2008), Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), and the documentary Pavarotti (2019). For A Beautiful Mind, Howard won the Academy Award for Best Director and Academy Award for Best Picture. He was nominated again for the same awards for Frost/Nixon. In 2003, Howard was awarded the National Medal of Arts. He was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 2013. Howard has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions in the television and motion pictures industries.

Most Popular Ron Howard Trailers

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A Walking Tour of Sesame Street Trailer (1979)

01 March 1979

Sesame Street celebrated its 10th anniversary in the spring of 1979 with a half-hour PBS special hosted by James Earl Jones titled A Walking Tour of Sesame Street.

The Da Vinci Code Trailer (2006)

17 May 2006

A murder in Paris’ Louvre Museum and cryptic clues in some of Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous paintings lead to the discovery of a religious mystery.

Return to Mayberry Trailer (1986)

13 April 1986

After being away for awhile, Andy Taylor returns home to Mayberry to visit Opie, now an expectant father.

Marty, Life Is Short Trailer (2026)

11 May 2026

Martin Short looks back on a life fueled by joy in this documentary with classic clips, fresh interviews and star-studded, never-before-seen home movies.

Christopher Plummer: A Man For All Stages Trailer (2002)

07 November 2002

Veteran radio, theatre, television and film actor Christopher Plummer has played a thousand parts, but beneath that elegant stage presence lies the restless heart of a risk-taker.

A Beautiful Mind Trailer (2001)

14 December 2001

From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim.

Cotton Candy Trailer (1978)

26 October 1978

An uncool high-schooler forms his own group to beat the local hotshots in a battle of the bands.

Solo: A Star Wars Story Trailer (2018)

15 May 2018

Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian.

Apollo 13 Trailer (1995)

30 June 1995

The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga of heroism.

Rush Trailer (2013)

02 September 2013

In the 1970s, a rivalry propels race car drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt to fame and glory — until a horrible accident threatens to end it all.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas Trailer (2000)

17 November 2000

The Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas - but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and her family may be enough to melt his heart.

Eden Trailer (2025)

03 April 2025

A group of disillusioned outsiders abandon modern society in search of a new beginning. Settling on a remote, uninhabited island, their utopian dream quickly unravels as they discover that the greatest threat isn’t the brutal climate or deadly wildlife, but each other.

Angels & Demons Trailer (2009)

20 April 2009

Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is recruited by the Vatican to investigate the apparent return of the Illuminati – a secret, underground organization – after four cardinals are kidnapped on the night of the papal conclave.

Skyward Christmas Trailer (1981)

03 December 1981

In this sequel to "Skyward" and pilot to a prospective series, Julie attempts a secret flight to bring her grandfather home for a Christmas reunion.

The Independent Trailer (2000)

10 November 2000

A notorious B-movie director tries for a comeback by seeking out the film rights to the life story of a serial killer who wants his biography film to be a musical.

Willow Trailer (1988)

20 May 1988

The evil Queen Bavmorda hunts the newborn princess Elora Danan, a child prophesied to bring about her downfall.

Inferno Trailer (2016)

13 October 2016

After waking up in a hospital with amnesia, professor Robert Langdon and a doctor must race against time to foil a deadly global plot.

Hillbilly Elegy Trailer (2020)

09 November 2020

An urgent phone call pulls a Yale Law student back to his Ohio hometown, where he reflects on three generations of family history and his own future.

Changeling Trailer (2008)

24 October 2008

Los Angeles, 1928. When single mother Christine Collins leaves for work, her son vanishes without a trace.

Cowboys & Aliens Trailer (2011)

29 July 2011

A stranger stumbles into the desert town of Absolution with no memory of his past and a futuristic shackle around his wrist.

The Shrinking of Treehorn Trailer (2024)

06 December 2024

After playing a strange board game, a young boy named Treehorn mysteriously begins shrinking in size – a phenomenon which goes largely unnoticed by his parents.

Roger Corman: Hollywood's Wild Angel Trailer (1978)

06 April 1978

Documentary examining the life and career of producer/director Roger Corman. Clips from his films and interviews with actors and crew members who have worked with him are featured.

In the Heart of the Sea Trailer (2015)

03 December 2015

In the winter of 1820, the New England whaling ship Essex is assaulted by something no one could believe—a whale of mammoth size and will, and an almost human sense of vengeance.

Rebuilding Paradise Trailer (2020)

23 January 2020

​On November 8, 2018, a spark flew in the Sierra Nevada foothills, igniting the most destructive wildfire in California history and decimating the town of Paradise.

Star Wars: The Magic & the Mystery Trailer (1997)

06 February 1997

Host Howie Long takes viewers on a tour of the "Star Wars" universe, as Fox TV celebrates the re-release of the original three legendary films in this one hour special.

Tetris Trailer (2023)

15 March 2023

In 1988, American video game salesman Henk Rogers discovers the video game Tetris. When he sets out to bring the game to the world, he enters a dangerous web of lies and corruption behind the Iron Curtain.

The Dark Tower Trailer (2017)

03 August 2017

A boy haunted by visions of a parallel world aids its disillusioned guardian in preventing the destruction of the nexus of universes known as the Dark Tower.

Being Frank Trailer (2019)

14 June 2019

A seventeen-year-old boy blackmails his father after discovering his secret second family

Blacklist: Hollywood on Trial Trailer (1996)

27 February 1996

Documentary following the hearings held by the House Un-American Activities Committee of the '40s and '50s.

Splash Trailer (1984)

09 March 1984

A successful businessman falls in love with the girl of his dreams. There's one big complication though; he's fallen hook, line and sinker for a mermaid.

Henry Fonda: Hollywood's Quiet Hero Trailer (1997)

18 March 1997

Profiling the life and career of actor Henry Fonda, who starred in such film classics as "The Grapes of Wrath" and "12 Angry Men.

Ransom Trailer (1996)

08 November 1996

When a rich man's son is kidnapped, he cooperates with the police at first but then tries a unique tactic against the criminals.

Cinderella Man Trailer (2005)

02 June 2005

The true story of boxer Jim Braddock who, following his retirement in the 1930s, makes a surprise comeback in order to lift his family out of poverty.

The Happy Days of Garry Marshall Trailer (2020)

12 May 2020

In a heartfelt tribute to Hollywood legend Garry Marshall, his family and friends share their favorite memories of the creative genius behind some of the most memorable series in television history.

Thirteen Lives Trailer (2022)

18 July 2022

Based on the true nail-biting mission that captivated the world. Twelve boys and the coach of a Thai soccer team explore the Tham Luang cave when an unexpected rainstorm traps them in a chamber inside the mountain.

The 'Burbs Trailer (1989)

17 February 1989

When secretive new neighbors move in next door, suburbanite Ray Peterson and his friends let their paranoia get the best of them as they start to suspect the newcomers of evildoings and commence an investigation.

Far and Away Trailer (1992)

22 May 1992

A young free-spirited Irish woman from an affluent Protestant family spontaneously befriends a street-smart commoner cheated by her family’s hostile land takeovers.

Hollywood's Funniest All-Star Bloopers Trailer (1985)

01 January 1985

William Shatner, Liz Taylor and many more stars blow lines, lose their pants and more in this hilarious collection of movie and TV bloopers.

Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story Trailer (2010)

25 July 2010

Actor Dustin Hoffman narrates this decade-spanning documentary that highlights the contributions of Jewish Americans to the most American sport of them all: baseball.

The Missing Trailer (2003)

26 November 2003

When rancher and single mother of two Maggie Gilkeson sees her teenage daughter, Lily, kidnapped by Apache rebels, she reluctantly accepts the help of her estranged father, Samuel, in tracking down the kidnappers.

Backdraft Trailer (1991)

24 May 1991

Two feuding siblings carrying on a heroic family tradition as Chicago firefighters. But when a puzzling series of arson attacks is reported, they are forced to set aside their differences to solve the mystery surrounding these crimes.

Parenthood Trailer (1989)

31 July 1989

The story of the Buckman family and friends, attempting to bring up their children. They suffer/enjoy all the events that occur: estranged relatives, the 'black sheep' of the family, the eccentrics, the skeletons in the closet, and the rebellious teenagers.

Curious George Trailer (2006)

10 February 2006

When The Man in the Yellow Hat befriends Curious George in the jungle, they set off on a non-stop, fun-filled journey through the wonders of the big city toward the warmth of true friendship.

Huckleberry Finn Trailer (1978)

31 March 1978

Huckleberry Finn, a rambuctious boy adventurer chafing under the bonds of civilization, escapes his humdrum world and his selfish, plotting father by sailing a raft down the Mississippi River.

Cocoon Trailer (1985)

21 June 1985

When a group of trespassing seniors swim in a pool containing alien cocoons, they find themselves energized with youthful vigor.

American Graffiti Trailer (1973)

11 August 1973

A couple of high school graduates spend one final night cruising the strip with their buddies before they go off to college.

Inventing the Abbotts Trailer (1997)

04 April 1997

In the 1950s, brothers Jacey and Doug Holt, who come from the poorer side of their sleepy Midwestern town, vie for the affections of the wealthy, lovely Abbott sisters.

The Dilemma Trailer (2011)

13 January 2011

Longtime friends Ronny and Nick are partners in an auto-design firm. They are hard at work on a presentation for a dream project that would really launch their company.

Inside Deep Throat Trailer (2005)

11 February 2005

In 1972, a seemingly typical shoestring budget pornographic film was made in a Florida hotel: "Deep Throat," starring Linda Lovelace.

Don't Say No Until I Finish Talking: The Story of Richard D. Zanuck Trailer (2013)

28 April 2013

A look at the life and work of legendary film producer Richard D. Zanuck.

From Morf to Morphing: The Dawn of Digital Filmmaking Trailer (2013)

05 April 2013

Documentary about the invention of MORF, the program for morphing, which was created for the film Willow (1988).

Osmosis Jones Trailer (2001)

10 August 2001

A white blood cell policeman, with the help of a cold pill, must stop a deadly virus from destroying the human they live in, Frank.

The Good Lie Trailer (2014)

10 September 2014

A young refugee of the Sudanese Civil War who wins a lottery for relocation to the United States with three other lost boys.

tick, tick... BOOM! Trailer (2021)

11 November 2021

On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressure to create something great before time runs out.

The Chamber Trailer (1996)

11 October 1996

Idealistic young attorney Adam Hall takes on the death row clemency case of his racist grandfather, Sam Cayhall, a former Ku Klux Klan member he has never met.

The Alamo Trailer (2004)

07 April 2004

Based on the 1836 standoff between a group of Texan and Tejano men, led by Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie, and Mexican dictator Santa Anna's forces at the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

Cannes: All Access Trailer (2007)

27 October 2007

From its simple beginnings in 1939 in a sleepy beach town in the south of France, the prestigious Cannes Film Festival has become the must-attend red carpet event of the year.

Frost/Nixon Trailer (2008)

15 October 2008

For three years after being forced from office, Nixon remained silent. But in summer 1977, the steely, cunning former commander-in-chief agreed to sit for one all-inclusive interview to confront the questions of his time in office and the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency.

Kyle Larson vs. The Double Trailer (2026)

21 May 2026

Two-time NASCAR champion Kyle Larson attempts the notorious "Double," racing the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.

The Paper Trailer (1994)

18 March 1994

Henry Hackett is the workaholic editor of a New York City tabloid. He loves his job, but the long hours and low pay are leading to discontent.