John McLaughlin - Actor Profile

John McLaughlin

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
26Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 4, 1942
Birth Place: Yorkshire, England, UK

About John McLaughlin

John McLaughlin (born 4 January 1942), also known as Mahavishnu John McLaughlin, is an English guitarist, bandleader, and composer. One of the pioneers of jazz fusion, his music combines elements of jazz with rock, Indian classical music, Western classical music, flamenco, and blues.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John McLaughlin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of John McLaughlin'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John McLaughlin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mahavishnu Orchestra - Live In France 1972, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John McLaughlin Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John McLaughlin's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John McLaughlin.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023 Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 John McLaughlin - Live At A To Jazz Festival guitar Flop Similar →
2015 Santana - Montreux Jazz Festival 2015 - Super Hit Similar →
2013 VA - Jazz Intermezzo Vol.2 - Average Similar →
2012 John McLaughlin & The 4th Dimension - Live At 33th Leverkusener Jazztage electric guitar Super Hit Similar →
2012 Produced by George Martin Self Hit Similar →
2011 The Santana Story: Angels and Demons Self Flop Similar →
2011 Santana & McLaughlin: Invitation to Illumination - Live at Montreux - Hit Similar →
2010 John McLaughlin & Billy Cobham: Live at Montreux 2010 Self - guitar Flop Similar →
2009 Havana Jam '79 Self Flop Similar →
2008 The Making of Floating Point (chitarra) Hit Similar →
2008 McLaughlin 4th Dimension - Live At Belgrade - Hit Similar →
2008 Remember Shakti - The Way Of Beauty - Flop Similar →
2007 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2007 Self Hit Similar →
2007 Mahavishnu Orchestra - Live at Montreux 1974 & 1984 self Flop Similar →
2006 Way of Beauty - Shakti Timeless self Flop Similar →
2004 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Santana: Hymns for Peace - Live at Montreux - Hit Similar →
2003 Best Of Jazz Open 1998 chitarra Flop Similar →
1996 Pavarotti & Friends 4 - For War Child Self Flop Similar →
1991 Guitar Legends EXPO '92 at Sevilla - The Fusion Night Self Average Similar →
1991 A Tribute to Miles Davis Self Flop Similar →
1987 Paco De Lucía, John McLaughlin - Paco and John Live at Montreux 1987 - Flop Similar →
1982 Meeting of the Spirits - Flop Similar →
1981 A Special Guitar Summernight - Hit Similar →
1972 Mahavishnu Orchestra - Live In France 1972 Self (guitars) Super Hit Similar →

John McLaughlin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John McLaughlin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John McLaughlin is "Mahavishnu Orchestra - Live In France 1972" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has John McLaughlin acted in?

John McLaughlin has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John McLaughlin?

Other notable films include "Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival", "John McLaughlin & The 4th Dimension - Live At 33th Leverkusener Jazztage", and "Santana - Montreux Jazz Festival 2015".