Buster Keaton
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Joseph Frank "Buster" Keaton (October 4, 1895 – February 1, 1966) was an American comic actor, filmmaker, producer and writer. He was best known for his silent films, in which his trademark was physical comedy with a consistently stoic, deadpan expression, earning him the nickname The Great Stone Face. He was recognized as the seventh-greatest director of all time by Entertainment Weekly. In 1999, the American Film Institute ranked Keaton the 21st-greatest male star of all time.
Buster Keaton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Buster Keaton 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 Buster Keaton's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Buster Keaton'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 That Night with You, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Buster Keaton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Buster Keaton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Buster Keaton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Stunts: A Taste for Risk | Various Roles (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Real Charlie Chaplin | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Charlie Chaplin, The Genius of Liberty | archive footage | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Time Travelers: Uncovering Old LA in Keaton Comedies | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Buster Keaton: The Genius Destroyed by Hollywood | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Chaplin/Keaton: Duel of Legends | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Laurel & Hardy: Their Lives and Magic | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | So Funny It Hurt: Buster Keaton & MGM | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hidden Hollywood II: More Treasures from the 20th Century Fox Vaults | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Going Hollywood: The '30s | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | It's Showtime | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Hooray for Hollywood | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Three Stooges Follies | Clarence Plunkett (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | That's Entertainment! | (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | 4 Clowns | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Salute to Stan Laurel | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Buster Keaton Rides Again | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Film | The Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Buster in 'The Cameraman' (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World | Jimmy the Crook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Triumph of Lester Snapwell | Lester Snapwell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Time at All | Harrison | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | L'Incantevole nemica | L'apprenti boulanger dans la pièce de théâtre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Limelight | Calvero's Partner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Paradise for Buster | Buster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Life with Buster Keaton | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Misadventures of Buster Keaton | Buster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sunset Boulevard | Buster Keaton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | God's Country | Old Tarp / Mr. Boone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | That Night with You | Sam - Short Order Cook | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Wilkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pest from the West | Sir | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Plumber in love | Elmer E. Tuttle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Buster se marie | Reggie Irving | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Forward, March! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Estrellados | Canuto Cuadratin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Baby Cyclone | Stunt Double (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Cameraman | Buster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Steamboat Bill, Jr. | William 'Willie' Canfield Jr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The General | Johnnie Gray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Seven Chances | James 'Jimmie' Shannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Navigator | Rollo Treadway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Sherlock Jr. | Projectionist / Sherlock, Jr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Our Hospitality | William McKay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Cops | The Young Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Goat | The Goat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The High Sign | Our Hero | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Neighbors | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Scarecrow | Farmhand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | One Week | The Groom | Super Hit | Similar → |
Buster Keaton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Buster Keaton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Buster Keaton is "That Night with You" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Buster Keaton acted in?
Buster Keaton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Buster Keaton?
Other notable films include "Forward, March!", "Going Hollywood: The '30s", and "Stunts: A Taste for Risk".