Don Steele
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Don Steele (born Donald Steele Revert; April 1, 1936 – August 5, 1997) was one of the most popular disc jockeys in the United States from the middle of the 1960s until his retirement (for health reasons) in May 1997. He was better known as "The Real Don Steele," a name suggested by his program director, Steve Brown, at KOIL-AM in Omaha, Nebraska. Brown hoped the moniker would click with listeners and make him stand out from other radio personalities. Description above from the Wikipedia article Don Steele licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Don Steele Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Don Steele reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Don Steele's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Don Steele'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 Gremlins, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Don Steele Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Don Steele's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Don Steele has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Runaway Daughters | XRAY DJ | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Gremlins | Rockin' Ricky Rialto (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Eating Raoul | Howard Swine - Swingers Party Host | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Rock 'n' Roll High School | Screamin' Steve Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Grand Theft Auto | Curly Q. Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Death Race 2000 | Junior Bruce | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Day the Earth Moved | Disc Jockey | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Student Teachers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Targets | Deejay on Radio (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Don Steele - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Don Steele?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Steele is "Gremlins" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Don Steele acted in?
Don Steele has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Don Steele?
Other notable films include "Targets", "Eating Raoul", and "Rock 'n' Roll High School".