Tony Buba - Actor Profile

Tony Buba

Directing
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
11Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 20, 1943
Birth Place: Braddock, Pennsylvania, USA

About Tony Buba

Anthony E. "Tony" Buba (born October 20, 1943) is an American filmmaker. He is primarily known for his documentaries focusing on the working-class communities and social issues in his hometown Braddock, Pennsylvania and the nearby Pittsburgh.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tony Buba reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Tony Buba's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tony Buba remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Zombies and Bikers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tony Buba Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tony Buba's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Zombies and Bikers (2020) movie poster
★8.0

Zombies and Bikers: Documentary released with Second Sight Films' Dawn of the Dead restoration featuring John Amplas, Roy Frumkes, Tom Savin

Zombies and Bikers

2020•Documentary
★7.5
Dawn of the Dead (1978) movie poster
★7.5

Dawn of the Dead: During an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead, two Philadelphia SWAT team members, a traffic

Dawn of the Dead

1978•Horror
★6.8
Martin (1978) movie poster
★6.8

Martin: A young man, convinced he's a vampire, goes to live with his elderly and hostile cousin in a small Pennsylvanian town, w

Martin

1978•Horror
★6.8
Lightning Over Braddock: A Rustbowl Fantasy (1988) movie poster
★6.8

Lightning Over Braddock: A Rustbowl Fantasy: Tony Buba, a film maker from Braddock, Pennsylvania, tells the story of his hometown's decline (along with the rest of t

Lightning Over Braddock: A Rustbowl Fantasy

1988•Documentary
★2.0
J. Roy: New and Used Furniture (1974) movie poster
★2.0

J. Roy: New and Used Furniture: Buba introduces us to a Braddock entrepreneur who has failed at twelve businesses and is busy teaching would-be entrepre

J. Roy: New and Used Furniture

1974•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tony Buba.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Taste the Blood of Martin Self Flop Similar →
2020 Zombies and Bikers - Super Hit Similar →
1988 Lightning Over Braddock: A Rustbowl Fantasy Himself Hit Similar →
1985 Birthday Party Himself Flop Similar →
1983 Peabody & Friends Himself Flop Similar →
1981 The Mill Hunk Herald Himself Flop Similar →
1980 Washing Walls With Mrs. G Himself Flop Similar →
1979 Sweet Sal Himself Flop Similar →
1978 Dawn of the Dead Motorcycle Raider Super Hit Similar →
1978 Martin - Hit Similar →
1974 J. Roy: New and Used Furniture Himself Flop Similar →

Tony Buba - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tony Buba?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Buba is "Zombies and Bikers" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Tony Buba acted in?

Tony Buba has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tony Buba?

Other notable films include "Dawn of the Dead", "Martin", and "Lightning Over Braddock: A Rustbowl Fantasy".