Dave Brubeck
ActingAbout Dave Brubeck
Dave Brubeck, designated a “Living Legend” by the Library of Congress, continues to be one of the most active and popular musicians in both the jazz and classical worlds. With a career that spans over six decades, his experiments in odd time signatures, improvised counterpoint, polyrhythm and polytonality remain hallmarks of innovation.
Dave Brubeck Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dave Brubeck reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dave Brubeck's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Dave Brubeck'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 Find Your Groove, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dave Brubeck Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dave Brubeck's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dave Brubeck has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Find Your Groove | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Dave Brubeck: In His Own Sweet Way | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Music | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Gerry Mulligan, Paul Desmond & The Dave Brubeck Trio: Live in Berlin | Self - Piano | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Anatomy of Vince Guaraldi | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Wisdom | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Jazz Icons: Dave Brubeck Live in '64 & '66 | Piano | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Dave Brubeck - Take Five in a Quartet | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Piano Blues | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Rediscovering Dave Brubeck | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dave Brubeck Quartet-Live At 32nd Internationale Jazzwoche Burghausen | Self - Piano | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Jazz Casual: Dave Brubeck | Piano | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Satchmo: The Life of Louis Armstrong | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Cool | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | All Night Long | Himself - Piano | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Stompin' for Mili | - | Flop | Similar → |
Dave Brubeck - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dave Brubeck?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dave Brubeck is "Find Your Groove" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Dave Brubeck acted in?
Dave Brubeck has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dave Brubeck?
Other notable films include "Jazz Icons: Dave Brubeck Live in '64 & '66", "Dave Brubeck - Take Five in a Quartet", and "Dave Brubeck: In His Own Sweet Way".