Charles Esten
ActingAbout Charles Esten
Charles Esten Puskar III (September 9, 1965), also known as Chip Esten, is an American actor, musician and comedian. He is best known for his role as country singer Deacon Claybourne on the ABC/CMT drama Nashville (2012-2018), which subsequently kickstarted his own musical career. He's also known for his comedy (as Chip Esten) on the US version of the improv series Whose Line Is it Anyway?.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charles Esten reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Charles Esten's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charles Esten remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nashville in Concert, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Charles Esten Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Esten's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charles Esten.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Grizzly Night | Gary Bunney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | Signing Tony Raymond | Coach Crew Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Easy Kind | Tye | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Tubydi | Padastro | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Nashville in Concert | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Die Helene Fischer Show 2017 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | 1% | John Tipton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Swing Vote | Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | American Family | Larry Bogner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Nobody Knows Anything! | Conner Fulton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Water Under the Bridge | Don | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Ten Minutes Older: The Trumpet | Bill (segment "Twelve Miles to Trona") | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | 61* | Kevin Maris | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Drew Carey's Improv All Stars | Self (as Chip Esten) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Thirteen Days | Maj. Rudolf Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Late Last Night | Beverly Hills Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Postman | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Sleepwalker Killing | Mark Schall | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Signing Day | Coach Crew Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Flint | Flint | Flop | Similar → |
Charles Esten - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Esten?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Esten is "Nashville in Concert" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Charles Esten acted in?
Charles Esten has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Esten?
Other notable films include "1%", "61*", and "Thirteen Days".