Don Bluth - Actor Profile

Don Bluth

Directing
Updated: May 14, 2026
3Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 13, 1937
Birth Place: El Paso, Texas, USA

About Don Bluth

Donald Virgil "Don" Bluth is an American animator and independent studio owner. He is best known for his departure from The Walt Disney Company in 1979 and his subsequent directing of animated classics such as The Secret of NIMH (1982), An American Tail (1986),The Land Before Time (1988), and All Dogs Go to Heaven (1989), as well as his involvement in the laserdisc game Dragon's Lair. He is also often credited for providing competition to Disney, and forcing them to improve from their streak of lackluster film efforts to the films that would make up the Disney Renaissance.

Don Bluth Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Don Bluth reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Don Bluth's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 33% of Don Bluth'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 Waking Sleeping Beauty, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Don Bluth Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Don Bluth's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Don Bluth has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Don Bluth: Somewhere Out There Self Flop Similar →
2009 Waking Sleeping Beauty Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2008 Going Back to Xanadu - Flop Similar →

Don Bluth - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Don Bluth?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Bluth is "Waking Sleeping Beauty" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Don Bluth acted in?

Don Bluth has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.

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