Lightnin' Hopkins
ActingAbout Lightnin' Hopkins
Samuel John "Lightnin'" Hopkins was an American country blues singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional pianist from Centerville, Texas. In 2010 Rolling Stone magazine ranked him No. 71 on its list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time.
Lightnin' Hopkins Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lightnin' Hopkins 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 Lightnin' Hopkins's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Lightnin' Hopkins'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 Mr. Charlie, Your Rollin’ Mill Is Burnin’ Down, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lightnin' Hopkins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lightnin' Hopkins's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lightnin' Hopkins has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | This Ain't No Mouse Music! | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The American Folk Blues Festival: The British Tours 1963-1966 | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Be Here to Love Me | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1966, Vol. 2 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Lightnin' Hopkins: Rare Performances 1960-1979 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Masters of the Country Blues - Mance Lipscomb and Lightnin' Hopkins | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Texas Blues Guitar | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Six Short Films of Les Blank (1960-1985) | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Blues like Showers of Rain | Himself (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Sun's Gonna Shine | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mr. Charlie, Your Rollin’ Mill Is Burnin’ Down | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Lightnin' Les | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Down Home Music - A Journey Through the Heartland | self | Flop | Similar → |
Lightnin' Hopkins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lightnin' Hopkins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lightnin' Hopkins is "Mr. Charlie, Your Rollin’ Mill Is Burnin’ Down" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Lightnin' Hopkins acted in?
Lightnin' Hopkins has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lightnin' Hopkins?
Other notable films include "Blues like Showers of Rain", "The Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins", and "Be Here to Love Me".