Nathan East - Actor Profile

Nathan East

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
31Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 8, 1955
Birth Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

About Nathan East

Nathan Harrell East (born December 8, 1955) is an American jazz, R&B, and rock bass player and vocalist. With more than 2,000 recordings, East is one of the most recorded bass players in the history of music. East holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from the University of California, San Diego (1978). He is a founding member of contemporary jazz quartet Fourplay and has recorded, performed, and co-written songs with performers such as Bobby Womack, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson,[4] Joe Satriani, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Phil Collins, Stevie Wonder, Toto, Kenny Loggins, Daft Punk, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nathan East reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Nathan East'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 71% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nathan East remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Eric Clapton: The Definitive 24 Nights - Rock, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nathan East Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nathan East's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nathan East.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Eric Clapton Unplugged… Over 30 Years Later Bass Guitar / Backing Vocals Super Hit Similar →
2024 Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023 Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 Eric Clapton: To Save A Child - An Intimate Live Concert Self Flop Similar →
2023 Eric Clapton: The Definitive 24 Nights - Rock Self - Bass Guitar Super Hit Similar →
2021 Eric Clapton: The Lady in the Balcony - Lockdown Sessions Self - Bass and Vocals Super Hit Similar →
2021 Beneath the Bassline - Lost Backstage Self Flop Similar →
2020 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2019 Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 Eric Clapton: Slowhand at 70 - Live at The Royal Albert Hall Bass, Backing Vocals Hit Similar →
2014 Eric Clapton - Planes, Trains and Eric Self Hit Similar →
2014 Toto: Live In Poland (35th Anniversary) Bass, Vocals Super Hit Similar →
2009 Fourplay - Live in Cape Town bass, vocal Hit Similar →
2006 Eric Clapton - Live at Montreux 1986 Self Average Similar →
2006 Eric Clapton: After Midnight Live Himself - Bass Flop Similar →
2004 Eric Clapton: Sessions for Robert J Self Hit Similar →
2004 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Eric Clapton and Friends Self Flop Similar →
2001 Eric Clapton: One More Car One More Rider Self - Bass, Backing Vocals Hit Similar →
2001 Eric Clapton Live at Budokan, Tokyo Himself - Bass Super Hit Similar →
1999 Eric Clapton & Friends in Concert Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Clapton Chronicles: The Best of Eric Clapton Self Flop Similar →
1997 Phil Collins: Live and Loose in Paris Self - Bass Guitar, Vocals Super Hit Similar →
1997 Babyface: MTV Unplugged NYC 1997 Self - Bass Flop Similar →
1996 The Phil Collins Big Band - Live at Montreux 1996 Self Super Hit Similar →
1994 Phil Collins: A Closer Look Self Hit Similar →
1993 An Evening of Fourplay Himself - Bass Hit Similar →
1992 Eric Clapton - MTV Unplugged - Hit Similar →
1991 Eric Clapton: 24 Nights Self - Bass Guitar, Vocals Hit Similar →
1990 Eric Clapton: The Master At Work Himself Flop Similar →
1988 Eric Clapton: Philadelphia 1988 bass guitar Hit Similar →
1988 Eric Clapton at Tokyo Dome Self Average Similar →
1986 Eric Clapton and Friends: Live 1986 Self Super Hit Similar →

Nathan East - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nathan East?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nathan East is "Eric Clapton: The Definitive 24 Nights - Rock" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Nathan East acted in?

Nathan East has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nathan East?

Other notable films include "Eric Clapton Live at Budokan, Tokyo", "Eric Clapton: The Lady in the Balcony - Lockdown Sessions", and "Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2019".