Rockets Redglare
ActingAbout Rockets Redglare
Rockets Redglare (May 8, 1949 – May 28, 2001) was an American character actor and stand-up comedian. As well as his career as an entertainer, he worked as a roadie for a band called The Hassles (with a young Billy Joel), and as a bodyguard and drug supplier to punk rock bassist Sid Vicious and artist-musician Jean Michel Basquiat.
Rockets Redglare Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Rockets Redglare reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Rockets Redglare's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Rockets Redglare'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 The Perils of P.K, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Rockets Redglare Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rockets Redglare's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Rockets Redglare has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Who Killed Nancy? | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Chelsea on the Rocks | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Rockets Redglare! | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Animal Factory | Big Rand | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Diary of the Hurdy-Gurdy Man | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Louis & Frank | Ralph | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fall | Perfomance Priest | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Dreamland | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Basquiat | Rockets | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Trees Lounge | Stan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | What About Me | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | In the Soup | Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Little Noises | Uncle Howard | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Craps | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Force of Circumstance | The Factor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | In the Spirit | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sons | Man on Porch #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Mystery Train | Liquor Store Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Cookie | Carmine's Wiseguy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Rooftops | Carlos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Talk Radio | Killer / Redneck Caller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big | Motel Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Shakedown | Ira | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Stars & Bars | Peter Gint | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Candy Mountain | Van Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Police State | Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Salvation! | Ollie | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Her Name is Lisa | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Down by Law | Gig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Perils of P.K | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Way It Is | Rockets | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Where Evil Dwells | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | After Hours | Angry Mob Member | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Desperately Seeking Susan | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Last Rights | Thomas Burke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Stranger Than Paradise | Poker Player | Hit | Similar → |
Rockets Redglare - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rockets Redglare?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rockets Redglare is "The Perils of P.K" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Rockets Redglare acted in?
Rockets Redglare has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rockets Redglare?
Other notable films include "After Hours", "Down by Law", and "Where Evil Dwells".