Billy Joe Shaver - Actor Profile

Billy Joe Shaver

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
10Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 16, 1939
Birth Place: Corsicana, Texas, USA

Billy Joe Shaver Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Billy Joe Shaver reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Billy Joe Shaver's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 30% of Billy Joe Shaver'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 Secondhand Lions, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Billy Joe Shaver Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Billy Joe Shaver's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Secondhand Lions (2003) movie poster
★7.2

Secondhand Lions: The comedic adventures of an introverted boy left on the doorstep of a pair of reluctant, eccentric great-uncles, whose

Secondhand Lions

2003•Family
★7.0
The Portrait of Billy Joe (2004) movie poster
★7.0

The Portrait of Billy Joe: Filmmaker Luciana Pedraza takes a penetrating look into the life of one of country music's behind-the-scenes talents, so

The Portrait of Billy Joe

2004•Documentary
★7.0
Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX (2006) movie poster
★7.0

Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX:

Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX

2006•Music
★6.3
The Apostle (1997) movie poster
★6.3

The Apostle: After his happy life spins out of control, a preacher from Texas changes his name, goes to Louisiana and starts preachin

The Apostle

1997•Drama
★5.3
A Night in Old Mexico (2013) movie poster
★5.3

A Night in Old Mexico: Forced to give up his land and home, Texas rancher Red Bovie isn't about to retire quietly in a dismal trailer park. Ins

A Night in Old Mexico

2013•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Billy Joe Shaver has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Norm. Self Flop Similar →
2013 A Night in Old Mexico Old Man At Gas Station Flop Similar →
2009 Billy Joe Shaver: Live from Luckenbach - Flop Similar →
2008 Bait Shop Buddy Flop Similar →
2006 Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX Self Hit Similar →
2006 Billy Joe Shaver: Live From Austin, TX - Flop Similar →
2005 The Wendell Baker Story Reverend Shackelton Flop Similar →
2004 The Portrait of Billy Joe Himself Hit Similar →
2003 Secondhand Lions Biplane Truck Driver Hit Similar →
1997 The Apostle Joe Average Similar →

Billy Joe Shaver - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Billy Joe Shaver?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Joe Shaver is "Secondhand Lions" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Billy Joe Shaver acted in?

Billy Joe Shaver has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Billy Joe Shaver?

Other notable films include "The Portrait of Billy Joe", "Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX", and "The Apostle".

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