Bruce Fowler
ActingAbout Bruce Fowler
Bruce Lambourne Fowler (born July 10, 1947) is an American trombonist and composer. He played trombone on many Frank Zappa records, as well as with Captain Beefheart and in the Fowler Brothers Band. He composes and arranges music for movies, and has been the composer, orchestrator, or conductor for many popular films. He is the son of jazz educator William L. Fowler and the brother of multi-instrumentalist Walt Fowler and bassist Tom Fowler. Bruce Fowler is participating in the Band from Utopia, the Mar Vista Philharmonic, and Jon Larsen's Strange News from Mars, featuring Zappa alumni Tommy Mars and Arthur Barrow. He also recorded albums with Air Pocket, a band including his siblings. Fowler is the recipient of the 2007 Film & TV Music Awards for Best Score Conductor and Best Orchestrator.
Bruce Fowler Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bruce Fowler reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bruce Fowler's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Bruce Fowler'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 Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bruce Fowler Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce Fowler's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bruce Fowler has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Zappa | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cheepnis | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Frank Zappa: Roxy, 1973 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Frank Zappa: Phase II - The Big Note | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Band from Utopia: A Tribute to the Music of Frank Zappa | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Frank Zappa: The Present-Day Composer Refuses To Die | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The True Story of Frank Zappa's 200 Motels | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Frank Zappa: Opopoppa Stockholm, Sweden | - | Flop | Similar → |
Bruce Fowler - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce Fowler?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Fowler is "Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Bruce Fowler acted in?
Bruce Fowler has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce Fowler?
Other notable films include "The True Story of Frank Zappa's 200 Motels", "Zappa", and "Frank Zappa: Phase II - The Big Note".