B.B. King - Actor Profile

B.B. King

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 16, 1925
Birth Place: Itta Bena, Mississippi, USA

About B.B. King

Riley B. King, known as B.B. King, was an American blues guitarist and singer-songwriter acclaimed for his expressive singing and fluid, complex guitar playing. Rolling Stone magazine ranked him at #3 on its list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.

B.B. King Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of B.B. King reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of B.B. King's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of B.B. King's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains U2: Lovetown, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best B.B. King Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from B.B. King's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie B.B. King has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2021 Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2018 Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2017 Monochrome: Black, White & Blue - Super Hit Similar →
2014 John Mayer: Someday I'll Fly Self Super Hit Similar →
2013 Born In Chicago Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 B.B. King: The Life of Riley Self Hit Similar →
2012 B.B. King - Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2011 Self Hit Similar →
2010 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010 Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 B.B. King | Live Self Hit Similar →
2008 B.B. King: Live Self Hit Similar →
2007 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2007 Self Hit Similar →
2005 The Five Keys to Mastery Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Live Aid Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Genius. A Night for Ray Charles Self Hit Similar →
2004 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Lightning in a Bottle Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Antone's: Home of the Blues Performer Super Hit Similar →
2003 Red, White and Blues Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 BB King Live at The Apollo - Hit Similar →
2003 Muddy Waters: Can't Be Satisfied Self Super Hit Similar →
2002 Sounds of Memphis Self Super Hit Similar →
2001 All Access: Front Row. Backstage. Live! Self Hit Similar →
2001 B.B. King Live at Nick's Self Super Hit Similar →
2000 The Jazz Channel Presents B.B. King Himself Super Hit Similar →
2000 The Ten Commandments of Creativity Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Pavarotti & Friends 99 for Guatemala and Kosovo Self Super Hit Similar →
1998 B.B. King: Live In Africa '74 Self Super Hit Similar →
1996 When We Were Kings Self Super Hit Similar →
1996 A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 B.B. King: Blues Summit - Super Hit Similar →
1995 A Night to Die For Self Hit Similar →
1993 Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music Self Super Hit Similar →
1993 Heart and Souls Himself Hit Similar →
1993 Willie Nelson: The Big Six-O Self Super Hit Similar →
1993 Gary Moore: Live Blues Guitar, Vocals Super Hit Similar →
1989 U2: Lovetown Self Super Hit Similar →
1989 Albert King & B.B. King: Japan Blues Carnival Himself Super Hit Similar →
1989 Legends of Rock 'n' Roll B.B. King Super Hit Similar →
1988 U2: Rattle and Hum Self Hit Similar →
1987 B.B. King & Friends Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Live Aid Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 B.B. King: Into the Night Self Super Hit Similar →
1975 Give My Poor Heart Ease Self Hit Similar →
1974 Sing Sing Thanksgiving Self Super Hit Similar →
1973 The Blues Under the Skin Self Super Hit Similar →
1972 Sing Sing Thanksgiving Self Super Hit Similar →
N/A B.B. King: Live at the Woodlands - Hit Similar →
1969 Black Woodstock Self Super Hit Similar →

B.B. King - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of B.B. King?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring B.B. King is "U2: Lovetown" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has B.B. King acted in?

B.B. King has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by B.B. King?

Other notable films include "B.B. King Live at Nick's", "A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan", and "The Jazz Channel Presents B.B. King".

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