Butch Trucks
ActingAbout Butch Trucks
Claude Hudson "Butch" Trucks (May 11, 1947 – January 24, 2017) was an American drummer. He was best known as a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band. Trucks was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. He played in various groups before forming the 31st of February while at Florida State University in the mid 1960s. He joined the Allman Brothers Band in 1969. Their 1971 live release, At Fillmore East, represented an artistic and commercial breakthrough. The group became one of the most popular bands of the era on the strength of their live performances and several successful albums. Though the band broke up and reformed various times, Trucks remained a constant in their 45-year career. Trucks died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on January 24, 2017.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Butch Trucks reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Butch Trucks'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Butch Trucks remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Allman Brothers: Live In Germany 1991, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Butch Trucks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Butch Trucks's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Butch Trucks.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | The Allman Brothers Band - The 1971 Fillmore East Recordings | Drums | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | All My Friends - Celebrating the Songs & Voice of Gregg Allman | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Allman Brothers: Live In Germany 1991 | self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Allman Brothers Band: 40 | Drums | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Allman Brothers Band - With Eric Clapton at the Beacon Theatre, NYC | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Allman Brothers Band: Live at the Beacon Theatre | Drums | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Allman Brothers Band: Brothers of the Road | Self - Drums | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Allman Brothers Band: Live at Great Woods | Drums & Tympani | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Allman Brothers Band Live At University Of Florida Bandshell 1982 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Butch Trucks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Butch Trucks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Butch Trucks is "The Allman Brothers: Live In Germany 1991" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Butch Trucks acted in?
Butch Trucks has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Butch Trucks?
Other notable films include "The Allman Brothers Band: Live at the Beacon Theatre", "Allman Brothers Band - With Eric Clapton at the Beacon Theatre, NYC", and "The Allman Brothers Band: 40".