Rick Danko - Actor Profile

Rick Danko

Acting
Updated: May 08, 2026
26Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 29, 1943

About Rick Danko

Rick Danko (December 29, 1943 – December 10, 1999) was an Canadian musician, bassist, songwriter and singer, best known as a member of The Band.

Rick Danko Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Rick Danko reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 54% of Rick Danko'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 Rick Danko's Electric Bass Techniques, which stands out as a key performance.

Advertisement

Best Rick Danko Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rick Danko's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Rick Danko has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Bob Dylan: Odds and Ends Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 The Dancing Man of L.A. Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2021 The Band: Stage Fright (50th Anniversery Ed.) - Flop Similar →
2020 Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2013 The Band - Live At The Academy Of Music 1971 basso violino voce Average Similar →
2012 Bob Dylan & The Band: Down In The Flood Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 The Band With The Cate Brothers Band Live In Tokyo 1983 Himself Super Hit Similar →
2010 Ain't in It for My Health: A Film About Levon Helm Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2009 When Woodstock Was Young Self Flop Similar →
2005 No Direction Home: Bob Dylan Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2005 Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming Self Flop Similar →
2003 Festival Express Self - The Band Hit Similar →
2003 The Band - The Band Is Back Vokals, Guitar and Bass Flop Similar →
2003 World Tour 1966: The Home Movies Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2001 The Band: Live at Loreley Bass, Vocals Flop Similar →
1997 Classic Albums: The Band - The Band Self Hit Similar →
1995 Let It Rock - The 60th Birthday Concert Himself Super Hit Similar →
1990 Roger Waters: The Wall - Live in Berlin Self - Vocals Super Hit Similar →
1990 Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band Self Super Hit Similar →
1987 The Man Outside Jim Riggs Super Hit Similar →
1987 Rick Danko's Electric Bass Techniques Self Super Hit Similar →
1978 The Last Waltz Self Super Hit Similar →
1972 Eat the Document Self Hit Similar →
N/A Robbie Robertson: A Retrospective - From the Band to the Rock'n'Roll Hall Of Fame Himself Flop Similar →
N/A The Band: The Authorized Biography - Flop Similar →
1968 You Are What You Eat - Flop Similar →

Rick Danko - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rick Danko?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rick Danko is "Rick Danko's Electric Bass Techniques" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Rick Danko acted in?

Rick Danko has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rick Danko?

Other notable films include "Bob Dylan & The Band: Down In The Flood", "Let It Rock - The 60th Birthday Concert", and "Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band".

Advertisement