John Locke - Actor Profile

John Locke

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
3Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 25, 1943
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, U.S.

About John Locke

John Tilden Locke (September 25, 1943 – August 4, 2006) was an American keyboardist and a member of the rock group Spirit. In the early 1980s, he was a member of the band Nazareth. Locke was born in Los Angeles, California. His father was a classical violinist and his mother sang operas and was a composer. In 1967 he formed the Red Roosters with the guitarist Randy California. A year later they had changed the name to Spirit and signed a deal with Ode Records for four albums. He remained involved with the band during most of his career. Besides Spirit, he performed on the Tom Rush album Wrong End of the Rainbow. In the period 1980–1982, he performed with the Scottish band Nazareth and appeared on three albums: The Fool Circle, 'Snaz, and 2XS. He also played keyboards on the Stray Cats album Gonna Ball, and on Randy California's solo albums Euro-American and Restless. Locke died in Ojai, California, at the age of 62.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Locke reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of John Locke's filmography leans towards the Crime genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 67% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Locke remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in O Brother, Where Art Thou?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John Locke Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Locke's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Locke.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2000 O Brother, Where Art Thou? Mr. French Hit Similar →
1992 Memphis Desk Sergeant Flop Similar →
1969 Model Shop Spirit Band Member (uncredited) Hit Similar →

John Locke - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Locke?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Locke is "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has John Locke acted in?

John Locke has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.