Robert Fripp - Actor Profile

Robert Fripp

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
23Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 16, 1946
Birth Place: Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England, UK

About Robert Fripp

Robert Fripp is an English guitarist, composer and record producer. As a guitarist for the progressive rock band King Crimson, Fripp has been the only member to have played in all of King Crimson's line-ups from their inception in the late 1960s to the present. He is the driving creative and political force of the group, bearing responsibility for line-up changes and ending and resuming the group at various points. He has also worked extensively as a studio musician, notably with singer David Bowie on the albums "Heroes" and Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps), Brian Eno, and contributed sounds to the Windows Vista operating system. His complete discography lists more than seven hundred releases over four decades

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Fripp reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 23 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Robert Fripp'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 57% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Fripp remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in King Crimson: Live In Japan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert Fripp Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Fripp's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Fripp.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 King Crimson: Tring: Live in the Studio - Flop Similar →
2022 In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50 Himself Hit Similar →
2019 King Crimson: Rock in Rio - Flop Similar →
2019 King Crimson: Heaven & Earth Himself Flop Similar →
2018 King Crimson: Meltdown - Live In Mexico City Himself Super Hit Similar →
2016 King Crimson: Radical Action to Unseat the Hold of Monkey Mind Guitar & Keybords Super Hit Similar →
2015 King Crimson - Live at the Warfield Theatre 1995 - Flop Similar →
2014 The Joy of the Guitar Riff Self Super Hit Similar →
2014 King Crimson - Live From The 70s - Flop Similar →
2013 David Bowie: Five Years Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994 Guitar, Soundscapes Super Hit Similar →
2005 TV Party Self Hit Similar →
2004 King Crimson: Neal and Jack and Me - Hit Similar →
2003 King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open Himself Hit Similar →
2000 King Crimson: Live in London 2000 - Flop Similar →
1999 King Crimson: Deja VROOOM Himself (guitar, mellotron) Hit Similar →
1999 King Crimson - The Beat Club - Live In Studio Bremen - Flop Similar →
1995 King Crimson: Live In Japan Himself Super Hit Similar →
1995 David Sylvian and Robert Fripp: Live in Japan - Flop Similar →
1985 Steel Cathedrals Self - Guitar Flop Similar →
1984 King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan Guitar Super Hit Similar →
1984 King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus) - Super Hit Similar →
1982 King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982 - Average Similar →

Robert Fripp - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Fripp?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Fripp is "King Crimson: Live In Japan" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Robert Fripp acted in?

Robert Fripp has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Fripp?

Other notable films include "King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)", "King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994", and "King Crimson: Meltdown - Live In Mexico City".