Billy Joel - Actor Profile

Billy Joel

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 9, 1949
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

About Billy Joel

William Martin Joel (born May 9, 1949) is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and composer. Commonly nicknamed the "Piano Man" after his first major hit and signature song of the same name as well as the similarly named 1973 album, he has led a commercially successful career as a solo artist since the 1970s, having released 12 studio albums from 1971 to 1993 as well as one studio album in 2001. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, as well as the seventh-best-selling recording artist and the fourth-best-selling solo artist in the United States, with over 160 million records sold worldwide. His 1985 compilation album, Greatest Hits Vol. 1 & 2, is one of the best-selling albums in the United States.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Billy Joel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Billy Joel's filmography leans towards the Music 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 62% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Billy Joel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Garth Live from Central Park, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Billy Joel Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Billy Joel's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Billy Joel.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Billy Joel: The 100th - Live at Madison Square Garden Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 The Greatest Night in Pop Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 Once Upon a Studio Dodger (voice) (archive sound) Super Hit Similar →
2023 Ron Delsener Presents Self Flop Similar →
2023 Love Songs at the BBC: Volume Two Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Finding Sandler Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Billy Joel: In Black & White Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 Cola Wars Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2017 Itzhak Self Average Similar →
2017 Rock 'n' Roll Guns for Hire: The Story of the Sidemen Self - Interviewed Guest Super Hit Similar →
2017 Free to Rock Self Average Similar →
2017 Joe Cocker: Mad Dog with Soul Self Hit Similar →
2016 Tony Bennett Celebrates 90 Self Super Hit Similar →
2014 The Art of McCartney Self Flop Similar →
2014 Billy Joel: A Matter of Trust - The Bridge to Russia Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 12-12-12 | The Concert for Sandy Relief Self Hit Similar →
2011 Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston Self Flop Similar →
2011 The Love We Make Self Hit Similar →
2011 Billy Joel - Live at Shea Stadium Self Super Hit Similar →
2010 Billy Joel - The Last Play at Shea Self Hit Similar →
2009 The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 Paul McCartney: Good Evening New York City Self Hit Similar →
2008 Billy Joel: The Stranger 30th Anniversary Edition Self Flop Similar →
2007 Le Cirque: A Table in Heaven Self Average Similar →
2006 Billy Joel: At Tokyo Dome himself Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Midnight Special Legendary Performances: More 1975 Self Hit Similar →
2005 Billy Joel: Live from the River of Dreams Self Flop Similar →
2001 Billy Joel: The Essential Video Collection Self Hit Similar →
2001 The Concert for New York City Self Flop Similar →
2001 America | A Tribute to Heroes Self - Performer Average Similar →
2001 Billy Joel - The Ultimate Collection Self Super Hit Similar →
2000 Elton John: One Night Only, The Greatest Hits Self - Guest Appearance Super Hit Similar →
1998 Elton John And Billy Joel Face To Face Self Hit Similar →
1997 Billy Joel: Greatest Hits Volume III Self Flop Similar →
1997 Garth Live from Central Park Self Super Hit Similar →
1996 Sesame Street: Do the Alphabet Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
1995 Disney Sing-Along Songs: Colors of the Wind (voice) (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1993 Billy Joel: Shades of Grey Self Flop Similar →
1991 Tribute to Harry Chapin - Flop Similar →
1991 Simply Mad About the Mouse Self Flop Similar →
1991 The Foreigner Story: Feels Like the Very First Time Self Flop Similar →
1988 Oliver & Company Dodger (voice) Hit Similar →
1988 A Matter of Trust: Billy Joel in the USSR Self - Vocals, Keyboards and Guitar Flop Similar →
1987 Billy Joel: Live in Leningrad Self - Performer Super Hit Similar →
1985 We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song Self Super Hit Similar →
1984 Billy Joel: Live At Wembley Arena vocals, piano, keyboards, harmonica Super Hit Similar →
1983 Billy Joel: Live From Long Island Self Super Hit Similar →
1980 The Sensational Shocking Wonderful Wacky 70's Self Flop Similar →
1978 Billy Joel - Bremen 1978 - Flop Similar →

Billy Joel - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Billy Joel?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Joel is "Garth Live from Central Park" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Billy Joel acted in?

Billy Joel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Billy Joel?

Other notable films include "Billy Joel - The Ultimate Collection", "Billy Joel: Live From Long Island", and "Billy Joel: Live in Leningrad".