Jaco Pastorius

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

10Total Films

6.8 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 1, 1951

Birth Place: Norristown, Pennsylvania

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jaco Pastorius reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Jaco Pastorius'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jaco Pastorius remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Joni Mitchell: Shadows and Light, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jaco Pastorius Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jaco Pastorius's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8

Joni Mitchell: Shadows and Light (1980) movie poster

★6.8

Joni Mitchell: Shadows and Light: Documents Joni Mitchell's historic 1979 tour backed by an all-star band of jazz-fusion musicians. Filmed at Santa Barbar

Joni Mitchell: Shadows and Light

1980•Music

★5.2

Jaco Pastorius - Modern Electric Bass (1992) movie poster

★5.2

Jaco Pastorius - Modern Electric Bass: Jazz great Pastorius instructs, does solo performance work, exclusive interviews, performance footage with Jeremy Jemmot

Jaco Pastorius - Modern Electric Bass

1992•Music

★5.2

Jaco Pastorius - Live and Outrageous (2007) movie poster

★5.2

Jaco Pastorius - Live and Outrageous: The reputation of the late Jaco Pastorius is legendary, based as much on his mercurial personality as his groundbreaking

Jaco Pastorius - Live and Outrageous

2007•Music

★4.5

Weather Report: Live in Offenbach 1978 (1978) movie poster

★4.5

Weather Report: Live in Offenbach 1978: Weather Report's landmark concert in Offenbach, Germany on September 28, 1978.

Weather Report: Live in Offenbach 1978

1978•Music

★0.0

Jaco Pastorius: Live in Montreal (1982) movie poster

★0.0

Jaco Pastorius: Live in Montreal: Filmed at the Montreal Jazz Festival in the early 1980s, this concert provides nearly an hour of first-class jazz. Bob M

Jaco Pastorius: Live in Montreal

1982

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jaco Pastorius.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2009	Havana Jam '79	Self	Flop	Similar →
2007	Jaco Pastorius - Live and Outrageous	Jaco Pastorius (bass)	Flop	Similar →
1992	Jaco Pastorius - Modern Electric Bass	Jaco Pastorius (bass)	Flop	Similar →
1982	Jaco Pastorius: Live in Montreal	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1982	Jaco Pastorius Big Band: Live in Japan	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1980	Joni Mitchell: Shadows and Light	Self - Bass	Hit	Similar →
1978	Weather Report: Live in Offenbach 1978	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1976	Jaco Pastorius: Trilogue Live 1976	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1976	Jaco Pastorius: Live At Berliner Jazztage	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1976	Weather Report: Live at Montreux	Bass	Flop	Similar →

Jaco Pastorius - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jaco Pastorius?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jaco Pastorius is "Joni Mitchell: Shadows and Light" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Jaco Pastorius acted in?

Jaco Pastorius has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jaco Pastorius?

Other notable films include "Jaco Pastorius - Modern Electric Bass", "Jaco Pastorius - Live and Outrageous", and "Weather Report: Live in Offenbach 1978".