Dennis Coffey - Actor Profile

Dennis Coffey

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Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
2Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 11, 1940
Birth Place: Detroit, Michigan, USA

About Dennis Coffey

Detroit-born guitarist and producer. He was a member of Motown's famed group of session musicians, The Funk Brothers. He helped introduce a psychedelic rock sound to Motown. His guitar work can be heard on several Norman Whitfield-produced tracks for The Temptations including "Cloud Nine," "Psychedlic Shack," and "Ball of Confusion (That's What the World is Today)." In 1971, he had a smash hit as a recording artist with the Top 10 instrumental "Scorpio."

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dennis Coffey reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Dennis Coffey's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dennis Coffey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Cry Baby: The Pedal that Rocks the World, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dennis Coffey Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dennis Coffey's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dennis Coffey.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2012 Searching for Sugar Man Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 Cry Baby: The Pedal that Rocks the World - Super Hit Similar →

Dennis Coffey - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dennis Coffey?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dennis Coffey is "Cry Baby: The Pedal that Rocks the World" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Dennis Coffey acted in?

Dennis Coffey has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.