Jack Elliott
ActingAbout Jack Elliott
One of the last authentic links to the great folk traditions of this country, with over 40 albums under his belt, two-time GRAMMY-winner Ramblin' Jack Elliott is considered one of the country's legendary foundations of folk music. Long before every kid in America wanted to play guitar — before Elvis, Dylan, the Beatles, or Led Zeppelin — Ramblin' Jack had picked it up and was passing it along.
Jack Elliott Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Elliott reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack Elliott's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Jack Elliott'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 Bob Dylan: Hard Rain, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack Elliott Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Elliott's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Elliott has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Ramblin' Jack Elliott: A Texas Ramble | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese | The Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Woody Guthrie All-Star Tribute Concert 1970 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ballads, Blues & Bluegrass | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | For the Sake of the Song: The Story of Anderson Fair | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Long John Baldry: In the Shadow of the Blues | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Rolling Thunder Revue - 1975-1976 Video Anthology | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Red, White and Blues | Self (archival) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Ballad of Ramblin' Jack | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | BBC Arena: Woody Guthrie | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Woody Guthrie: Hard Travelin' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Honky Tonk Nights | Bill Garvey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Renaldo and Clara | Longheno de Castro | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Phil Ochs Memorial Celebration | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Bob Dylan: Hard Rain | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Jack Elliott - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Elliott?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Elliott is "Bob Dylan: Hard Rain" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Elliott acted in?
Jack Elliott has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Elliott?
Other notable films include "Renaldo and Clara", "Red, White and Blues", and "The Ballad of Ramblin' Jack".