Charles Esten
ActingAbout Charles Esten
Charles Esten Puskar III (September 9, 1965), also known as Chip Esten, is an American actor, musician and comedian. He is best known for his role as country singer Deacon Claybourne on the ABC/CMT drama Nashville (2012-2018), which subsequently kickstarted his own musical career. He's also known for his comedy (as Chip Esten) on the US version of the improv series Whose Line Is it Anyway?.
Charles Esten Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Esten reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Esten's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Charles Esten's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Nashville in Concert, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Esten Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Esten's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Esten has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Grizzly Night | Gary Bunney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | Signing Tony Raymond | Coach Crew Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Easy Kind | Tye | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Tubydi | Padastro | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Nashville in Concert | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Die Helene Fischer Show 2017 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | 1% | John Tipton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Swing Vote | Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | American Family | Larry Bogner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Nobody Knows Anything! | Conner Fulton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Water Under the Bridge | Don | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Ten Minutes Older: The Trumpet | Bill (segment "Twelve Miles to Trona") | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | 61* | Kevin Maris | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Drew Carey's Improv All Stars | Self (as Chip Esten) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Thirteen Days | Maj. Rudolf Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Late Last Night | Beverly Hills Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Postman | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Sleepwalker Killing | Mark Schall | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Signing Day | Coach Crew Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Flint | Flint | Flop | Similar → |
Charles Esten - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Esten?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Esten is "Nashville in Concert" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Charles Esten acted in?
Charles Esten has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Esten?
Other notable films include "1%", "61*", and "Thirteen Days".