
Richard Tandy
ActingAbout Richard Tandy
Richard Tandy was an English musician. He was the full-time keyboardist in the band Electric Light Orchestra ("ELO"). His palette of keyboards (including Minimoog, Clavinet, Mellotron, and piano) was an important ingredient in the group's sound, especially on the albums A New World Record (1976), Out of the Blue (1977), Discovery (1979) and Time (1981). He collaborated musically with ELO frontman Jeff Lynne on many projects, among them songs for the Electric Dreams soundtrack, Lynne's solo album Armchair Theatre and Lynne-produced Dave Edmunds album Information. Tandy was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 as a member of Electric Light Orchestra.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Tandy reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Richard Tandy'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 83% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Tandy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Electric Light Orchestra - Discovery, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Tandy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Tandy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Tandy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Jeff Lynne's ELO at Hyde Park | Himself - Keyboards, Synthesisers, Backing Vocals | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Electric Light Orchestra - Live the Early Years | self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Electric Light Orchestra - ELO - Total Rock Review | Keyboards / Voice Synth | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Electric Light Orchestra - Zoom Tour Live | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Electric Light Orchestra - Discovery | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Electric Light Orchestra: Out of the Blue - Live at Wembley | Himself (keyboards, vocoder) | Hit | Similar → |
Richard Tandy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Tandy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Tandy is "Electric Light Orchestra - Discovery" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Richard Tandy acted in?
Richard Tandy has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Tandy?
Other notable films include "Electric Light Orchestra - Live the Early Years", "Electric Light Orchestra: Out of the Blue - Live at Wembley", and "Jeff Lynne's ELO at Hyde Park".




