Cliff Martinez
SoundAbout Cliff Martinez
Cliff Martinez (born February 5, 1954) is an American musician and composer. Early in his career, Martinez was known as a drummer notably with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Captain Beefheart. Since the 1990s, he has worked primarily as a film score composer, writing music for Spring Breakers, The Foreigner, and multiple films by Steven Soderbergh (Sex, Lies, and Videotape, Solaris, Contagion, and Traffic) and Nicolas Winding Refn (Drive, Only God Forgives, The Neon Demon and the miniseries Too Old to Die Young).
Cliff Martinez Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cliff Martinez reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cliff Martinez's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Cliff Martinez'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 Red Hot Chili Peppers - What Hits!?, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cliff Martinez Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cliff Martinez's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cliff Martinez has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel | Self - Drummer, 1983-1986 (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Cliff and Larry: Beginnings | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Red Hot Chili Peppers - What Hits!? | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Red Hot Chili Peppers: [1986] St. Louis, MO | Drums | Flop | Similar → |
Cliff Martinez - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cliff Martinez?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cliff Martinez is "Red Hot Chili Peppers - What Hits!?" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Cliff Martinez acted in?
Cliff Martinez has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cliff Martinez?
Other notable films include "The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel", "Red Hot Chili Peppers: [1986] St. Louis, MO", and "Cliff and Larry: Beginnings".