David Coverdale - Actor Profile

David Coverdale

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
27Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 22, 1951
Birth Place: Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, England, UK

About David Coverdale

David Coverdale (born 22 September 1951) is an English singer most famous for his work with Whitesnake, the commercially successful hard rock band he founded in 1978. Before Whitesnake, Coverdale was the lead singer of Deep Purplefrom late 1973 to March 15, 1976, when he resigned from the band and established his solo career. A collaboration album with Jimmy Page, released in 1993, was a commercial and critical success.

David Coverdale Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Coverdale reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of David Coverdale's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 48% of David Coverdale'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 Kerrang! Video Kompilation 1, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best David Coverdale Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Coverdale's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie David Coverdale has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Whitesnake – Still Good To Be Bad - Super Hit Similar →
2022 Steve Vai - His First 30 Years: The Documentary Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 Whitesnake: Greatest Hits (Revisited Remixed Remastered MMXXII) lead vocals Hit Similar →
2018 Whitesnake: The Purple Tour Himself (Vocals) Hit Similar →
2015 The Ritchie Blackmore Story Self Super Hit Similar →
2014 Whitesnake: Live in '84 - Back to the Bone Vocals Flop Similar →
2013 Whitesnake: Made in Japan Lead Singer Flop Similar →
2012 A Passion for the Vine Himself Flop Similar →
2011 Whitesnake: Box 'O' Snakes Self Flop Similar →
2011 Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising Self Flop Similar →
2011 Whitesnake: Live At Donington 1990 Himself Hit Similar →
2010 Deep Purple - Deepest Purple Self - Lead Vocals Flop Similar →
2009 Deep Purple - History, Hits & Highlights '68-'76 - Super Hit Similar →
2005 Whitesnake: Live in the Still of the Night Lead Singer Super Hit Similar →
1997 Whitesnake - Starkers In Tokyo Vocals Flop Similar →
1994 Whitesnake in Concert - Sonoria Festival at Acquatica Park Vocalist Flop Similar →
1991 Deep Purple: Heavy Metal Pioneers Self Flop Similar →
1991 Hard 'N Heavy Volume 10 Self Flop Similar →
1990 Kerrang! Video Kompilation 5 Himself Super Hit Similar →
1985 Kerrang! Video Kompilation 1 Himself Super Hit Similar →
1985 Deep Purple: Rises Over Japan Self Flop Similar →
1984 Whitesnake: Live in Japan Vocals Flop Similar →
1983 Whitesnake: Live At Donington 1983 Vocals Super Hit Similar →
1983 Sans Soleil Self / Deep Purple Singer (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1977 The Butterfly Ball Himself Flop Similar →
1974 Deep Purple - California Jam 1974 vocals Hit Similar →
N/A Whitesnake: Slip Of The Tongue (30th Anniversary Remaster MMXIX) - Flop Similar →

David Coverdale - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Coverdale?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Coverdale is "Kerrang! Video Kompilation 1" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has David Coverdale acted in?

David Coverdale has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Coverdale?

Other notable films include "Whitesnake – Still Good To Be Bad", "Kerrang! Video Kompilation 5", and "Steve Vai - His First 30 Years: The Documentary".

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