Derek Sherinian
ActingAbout Derek Sherinian
Derek Sherinian, born August 25, 1966 in Laguna Beach, California, is an American fusion and rock keyboardist. Among others, he has worked together with Billy Idol, Planet X, Alice Cooper and Yngwie Malmsteen. Between the years 1994 and 1999, he was also keyboardist in Dream Theater.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Derek Sherinian reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Derek Sherinian'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Derek Sherinian remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sons Of Apollo: Live With The Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Derek Sherinian Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Derek Sherinian's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Derek Sherinian.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Black Country Communion - Live at Hellfest 2025 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Sons Of Apollo: Live With The Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Sons of Apollo - Live with the Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony - Documentary | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Black Label Society: Unblackened | Piano | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian: Live in Tokyo | Self - Keyboards | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | PSMS Portnoy, Sheehan, MacAlpine & Sherinian: InstruMENTAL Inspirations | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Black Country Communion - Live Over Europe | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Billy Idol: In Super Overdrive Live | Keyboards | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Dream Theater: The Score So Far... | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dream Theater: 5 Years in a Livetime | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Alice Cooper: Trashes The World | Self - Keyboards | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Dream Theater – Live At Tokyo Sun Plaza | - | Flop | Similar → |
Derek Sherinian - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Derek Sherinian?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Derek Sherinian is "Sons Of Apollo: Live With The Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Derek Sherinian acted in?
Derek Sherinian has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Derek Sherinian?
Other notable films include "Black Label Society: Unblackened", "Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian: Live in Tokyo", and "Dream Theater: 5 Years in a Livetime".