Busby Berkeley
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Busby Berkeley (November 29, 1895 – March 14, 1976) was a highly influential Hollywood movie director and musical choreographer. Berkeley was famous for his elaborate musical production numbers that often involved complex geometric patterns. Berkeley's works used large numbers of showgirls and props as fantasy elements in kaleidoscopic on-screen performances. Description above from the Wikipedia article Busby Berkeley, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Busby Berkeley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Busby Berkeley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Busby Berkeley's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Busby Berkeley'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 Busby Berkeley: Going Through the Roof, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Busby Berkeley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Busby Berkeley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Busby Berkeley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | You Must Remember This: The Warner Bros. Story | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Busby Berkeley: A Journey with a Star | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | 42nd Street: From Book to Screen to Stage | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Busby Berkeley: Going Through the Roof | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | That's Dancing! | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Phynx | Busby Berkeley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | We Must Have Music | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Things You Never See on the Screen | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Trip Thru a Hollywood Studio | Himself (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | And She Learned About Dames | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hollywood Newsreel | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gold Diggers of 1933 | Call Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Palmy Days | Fortune Teller (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Busby Berkeley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Busby Berkeley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Busby Berkeley is "Busby Berkeley: Going Through the Roof" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Busby Berkeley acted in?
Busby Berkeley has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Busby Berkeley?
Other notable films include "You Must Remember This: The Warner Bros. Story", "And She Learned About Dames", and "Palmy Days".