Daniel Butler

Acting

Freshness: Jan 14, 2026

10Total Films

6.6 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1951

Birth Place: Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Daniel Butler reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Daniel Butler's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Daniel Butler remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bears Discover Fire, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Daniel Butler Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Daniel Butler's career based on audience ratings.

★6.6

★6.6

Bears Discover Fire — 'Bears Discover Fire' is the strange tale of a lonely man, his aging mother, his curious nephew, and a family of bears t

Bears Discover Fire

2015•Fantasy

★6.0

★6.0

Country Gold — An aging country singer becomes irritated with the success of a popular young country singer. However, she is not yet re

Country Gold

1982•Drama

★5.4

Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) movie poster

★5.4

Ernest Saves Christmas — When Santa Claus decides to retire and pass on his magic bag of Christmas surprises to a new Saint Nick, he enlists the

Ernest Saves Christmas

1988•Comedy

★5.2

The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James (1986) movie poster

★5.2

The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James — This movie looks at the last years (not days, as implied in the title) of famous outlaws, Frank and Jesse James. The fil

The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James

1986•TV Movie

★5.2

★5.2

Ernest Goes to Camp — Ernest, a lovable loser who works as a summer camp handyman and dreams of becoming a guidance counselor, must find a way

Ernest Goes to Camp

1987•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Daniel Butler.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2015	Bears Discover Fire	Bobby	Hit	Similar →
1991	Ernest Scared Stupid	Cliff	Flop	Similar →
1990	Ernest Goes to Jail	Waiter	Flop	Similar →
1988	Ernest Saves Christmas	Animal Officer	Flop	Similar →
1987	Ernest Goes to Camp	Eddy	Flop	Similar →
1986	Johnny Bull	Buddy	Flop	Similar →
1986	The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James	New York Reporter	Flop	Similar →
1985	Dr. Otto and the Riddle of the Gloom Beam	Slave Willie	Flop	Similar →
1982	Country Gold	Tom - Ex-Husband (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
N/A	The Importance of Being Ernest	Self	Flop	Similar →

Daniel Butler - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Daniel Butler?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daniel Butler is "Bears Discover Fire" with a rating of 6.6/10.

How many movies has Daniel Butler acted in?

Daniel Butler has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Daniel Butler?

Other notable films include "Country Gold", "Ernest Saves Christmas", and "The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James".