Howlin' Wolf
ActingAbout Howlin' Wolf
Howlin' Wolf, born Chester Arthur Burnett, was widely regarded as one of the most influential American blues musicians of the 20th century. Burnett was an acclaimed blues and rock singer, guitarist and harmonica player and became known as Howlin' Wolf due to his unique singing style. Burnett was an indispensable part of the transformation of acoustic Delta blues into electric Chicago blues. He was a contemporary of Muddy Waters and the two shared a mock rivalry that they invented for artistic and commercial purposes.
Howlin' Wolf Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Howlin' Wolf reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Howlin' Wolf's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Howlin' Wolf'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 Feats First: The Life and Music of Lowell George, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Howlin' Wolf Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Howlin' Wolf's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Howlin' Wolf has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Newport and the Great Folk Dream | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Feats First: The Life and Music of Lowell George | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Born In Chicago | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Down the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Led Zeppelin | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The American Folk Blues Festival: The British Tours 1963-1966 | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Howlin' Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Godfathers and Sons | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1966, Vol. 2 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | See You in Hell, Blind Boy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Devil Got My Woman: Blues at Newport 1966 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Howlin' Wolf in Concert | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Festival | Self | Average | Similar → |
Howlin' Wolf - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Howlin' Wolf?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Howlin' Wolf is "Feats First: The Life and Music of Lowell George" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Howlin' Wolf acted in?
Howlin' Wolf has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Howlin' Wolf?
Other notable films include "Down the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Led Zeppelin", "Born In Chicago", and "The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts".