Bo Diddley - Actor Profile

Bo Diddley

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
31Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 30, 1928
Birth Place: McComb, Mississippi, USA

About Bo Diddley

Bo Diddley, born Elias Otha Bates, was an original and influential American rock & roll singer, guitarist and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of the key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones to name a few. He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bo Diddley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Bo Diddley'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 39% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bo Diddley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Rolling Stones: Voodoo Lounge, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bo Diddley Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bo Diddley's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bo Diddley.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2023 Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2018 The Rolling Stones - Voodoo Lounge Uncut Self Hit Similar →
2007 Rolling With the Blues Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2006 Cheat You Fair: The Story of Maxwell Street self Flop Similar →
2004 Eddie Cochran & Friends: C'mon Everybody Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2003 A Tribute to Muddy Waters - Live Self Flop Similar →
2003 Godfathers and Sons Self (archival) Super Hit Similar →
2003 Bluesy Entertainment: Live Self Flop Similar →
2001 Screamin' Jay Hawkins: I Put a Spell on Me Himself Flop Similar →
1998 Blues Brothers 2000 The Louisiana Gator Boys Flop Similar →
1995 The Rolling Stones: Voodoo Lounge Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 30th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll All-Star Jam: Bo Diddley Self Flop Similar →
1993 Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration Self (segment "Monster in the Mirror") Average Similar →
1991 Guitar Legends EXPO '92 at Sevilla - The Blues Night Himself Average Similar →
1990 Rockula Axman Flop Similar →
1989 Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives! Legendary Guitarist Hit Similar →
1989 Legends of Rock 'n' Roll Bo Diddley Super Hit Similar →
1987 Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll Self Hit Similar →
1985 Chuck Berry & Bo Diddley: Rock 'n' Roll All Star Jam Self Flop Similar →
1985 Live Aid Self Super Hit Similar →
1983 Trading Places Pawnbroker Hit Similar →
1980 This Is America Part 2 Self Flop Similar →
1977 Dick Clark's Good Old Days - Flop Similar →
1973 Let the Good Times Roll Himself Average Similar →
1973 The London Rock and Roll Show Self Flop Similar →
1972 Crush Proof Bo Diddley Flop Similar →
1972 Bo Diddley's Back in Town Self Flop Similar →
1971 Sweet Toronto Self Average Similar →
N/A Ron Wood and Bo Diddley: Japan 1988 Self Flop Similar →
1965 The Big T.N.T. Show Self Hit Similar →

Bo Diddley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bo Diddley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bo Diddley is "The Rolling Stones: Voodoo Lounge" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Bo Diddley acted in?

Bo Diddley has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bo Diddley?

Other notable films include "Legends of Rock 'n' Roll", "Live Aid", and "Godfathers and Sons".