B.B. King

B.B. King

1925-09-16 Itta Bena, Mississippi, USA 93 Credits

Biography

Riley B. King, known as B.B. King, was an American blues guitarist and singer-songwriter acclaimed for his expressive singing and fluid, complex guitar playing. Rolling Stone magazine ranked him at #3 on its list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.

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B.B. King: The King of the blues Stuttgart - 1997

B.B. King: The King of the blues Stuttgart - 1997

2022

as vocals guitar

Acting
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York

Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York

2021

as Self (archive footage)

8.0
Acting

When the film West Side Story was released in 1961, New York's reviled Puerto Rican community gained some visibility and, over time, both in Spanish H...

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

2021

as Self (archive footage)

7.6
Acting

During the same summer as Woodstock, over 300,000 people attended the Harlem Cultural Festival, celebrating African American music and culture, and pr...

B.B. King: On the Road

B.B. King: On the Road

2018

as Himself

Acting

Documentary on the great blues musician and his band, tours, concerts etc.

Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars

Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars

2018

as Self

7.4
Acting

An unflinching and deeply personal journey into the life and work of guitarist Eric Clapton told through his own words and songs.

Monochrome: Black, White & Blue

Monochrome: Black, White & Blue

2017

7.8
Acting

From America's deep South, to Detroit and New York this captivating and enlightening documentary special traces the evolution of blues through pivotal...

The Art of McCartney

The Art of McCartney

2014

as Self

2.0
Acting

An inside look at the making of The Art Of McCartney album on which some of the world's greatest artists interpret the songs of one of the world's gre...

John Mayer: Someday I'll Fly

John Mayer: Someday I'll Fly

2014

as Self

9.5
Acting

John Mayer: Someday I'll Fly chronicles the musical evolution of one of the most influential solo artists of his generation. Featuring rare demos, int...

In Performance BB King & The Guitar Legends

In Performance BB King & The Guitar Legends

2014

6.5
Acting

Recorded live in 1991 this television broadcast features BB King with special guests: Dave Edmunds, Steve Cropper, Albert Collins, Robert Cray and man...

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2013

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2013

2013

as Self

5.8
Acting

Captured across two nights at Madison Square Garden, the Crossroads Guitar Festival offers a variety of legendary guitarists performing a mix of sultr...

Born In Chicago

Born In Chicago

2013

as Self

8.0
Acting

"Born In Chicago" is a soulful documentary film that chronicles a uniquely musical passing of the torch. It’s the story of first generation blues perf...

B.B. King: The Life of Riley

B.B. King: The Life of Riley

2012

as Self

6.9
Acting

Documentary charting the life of blues guitarist B.B. King, with contributions from fellow musicians.

Louder Than Love: The Grande Ballroom Story

Louder Than Love: The Grande Ballroom Story

2012

as Self

Acting

The greatest untold story in Rock and Roll history as revealed by the musicians,artists and people that lived it

B.B. King - Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2011

B.B. King - Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2011

2012

as Self

6.1
Acting

On June 28, 2011, the "King of the Blues" B.B. King played to an adoring sold-out crowd at London's spectacular Royal Albert Hall. It was another unf...

B.B. King Standing Room Only

B.B. King Standing Room Only

2010

5.0
Acting

He's reigned as the "King of the Blues" since the early '50s, yet B.B. King continues to wear the crown with dignity and class. This outstanding perfo...

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010

2010

as Self

8.3
Acting

Often credited as being one of the all-time greatest guitarists, and known amongst his peers as one of the all-time greatest collaborators. The ultima...

The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts

The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts

2009

as Self

8.1
Acting

On October 29th and 30th, 2009, rock 'n' roll royalty held court at Madison Square Garden for what have been called 'the best concerts ever,' and 'whe...

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Whole Lotta Shakin'

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Whole Lotta Shakin'

2009

as Self

Acting

Presenting of some of the best moments of speeches, performances and backstage moments of the annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremonies.

V.A. North Sea Jazz

2009

as Self

6.0
Acting
Soul Power

Soul Power

2009

as Self (archive footage)

6.4
Acting

Soul Power is a 2008 documentary film about the Zaire 74 music festival in Kinshasa which accompanied the Rumble in the Jungle heavyweight boxing cham...

Blues at the BBC

Blues at the BBC

2009

as Self

5.0
Acting

Collection of performances by British and American blues artists on BBC programmes such as The Beat Room, A Whole Scene Going, The Old Grey Whistle Te...

B.B. King | Live

B.B. King | Live

2009

as Self

7.2
Acting

Recorded in High-Definition for the PBS concert series Soundstage, this unforgettable performance features staggering renditions of "Thrill is Gone" a...

B.B. King: Live

B.B. King: Live

2008

as Self

7.2
Acting

The legendary blues guitarist B.B. King lights up the stage with his trusty, lifelong companion Lucille and his remarkable touring band in this new li...

Stars and Their Guitars: A History of the Electric Guitar

Stars and Their Guitars: A History of the Electric Guitar

2008

as Self

Acting

Stars and Their Guitars: A History of the Electric Guitar is a documentary film by filmmaker Kent Hagen. It spotlights the development and history of ...

Jazz Evolution

Jazz Evolution

2008

as Self - Guitar

6.0
Acting
Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2007

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2007

2007

as Self

7.1
Acting

Double-DVD Captures Highlights from Festival With Performances and Collaborations by Guitar Wizards Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Jeff Beck, Joh...

Buddy Guy Can't Quit The Blues

Buddy Guy Can't Quit The Blues

2006

6.0
Acting

This DVD comes a part of a box set which also contains 3 CDs. The DVD features an exclusive 90-minute career-spanning documentation with rare and pre...

The Five Keys to Mastery

2005

as Self

Acting

George Leonard, author and pioneer in the field of human potential, reveals five simple steps to transform your life and lead you to long-term fulfill...

Live Aid

Live Aid

2004

as Self

9.2
Acting

4 × DVD, The broadcast of the biggest benefit concert in history, organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for Ethiopian famine relief. Th...

Genius. A Night for Ray Charles

Genius. A Night for Ray Charles

2004

as Self

7.3
Acting

A meld of legendary performers and contemporary artists of today who have been influenced by Ray's music perform in this concert extravaganza.

Ray Charles: Genius Loves Company

2004

as Self

Acting

DVD that accompanied the CD release. Has behind the scenes and rehearsal footage.

The Story Of The Blues

The Story Of The Blues

2004

as Self

4.2
Acting

The story of The Blues traces the four main traditions of blues music: Form Blues, Blues, Urban Blues and Blues Electric. The blues has evolved and di...

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival

2004

as Self

8.0
Acting

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2004 Recorded Live at the Cotton Bowl, Dallas, Texas Captures Highlights from Festival With Performances a...

Lightning in a Bottle

Lightning in a Bottle

2004

as Self

7.3
Acting

On February 7th, 2003, renowned artists across multiple music genres and generations commandeered the stage at New York City's Radio City Music Hall t...

Antone's: Home of the Blues

Antone's: Home of the Blues

2004

as Performer

10.0
Acting

Documentary film about the legendary blues club in Austin, Texas. The film is filled with historical and dynamic blues performances from the earliest ...

Rockin' in the USA

2003

Acting

Twenty-two rare German television appearances from 1960s and '70s American rock and blues acts are featured on this disc, making it a veritable time c...

B.B. King: Live - Most Famous Hits

B.B. King: Live - Most Famous Hits

2003

as Self

Acting

1. Introduction 2. To Know You Is To Love You 3. I Believe In Myself 4. Why I Sing The Blues 5. Ain't Nobody Home 6. Sweet Sixteen 7. The...

Johnny Winter: Live

Johnny Winter: Live

2003

as Self

Acting

1. It's My Life Baby 2. Rock And Roll Hoochie Koo 3. Stranger 4. Sweet Papa John 5. Life Is Hard 6. Mannish Boy 7. Tell The Truth 8. Love, Life...

Red, White and Blues

Red, White and Blues

2003

as Self

7.3
Acting

Director Mike Figgis (Stormy Monday, Leaving Las Vegas, Time Code) joins musicians such as Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Tom Jones, perfo...

B.B. King: In Concert

B.B. King: In Concert

2003

as Self

6.0
Acting

1. Two I Shoot Blues 2. Let The Good Times Roll 3. I'll Survive 4. Bad Case Of Love 5. Peace Of MInd 6. Caldonia 7. Blues Boys Tune 8. Early In...

Bluesy Entertainment: Live

Bluesy Entertainment: Live

2003

as Self

Acting

1. Introduction 2. Someday Baby - Gregg Allman 3. Just To Be With You - Phoebe Snow 4. Chains Of Love - Big Joe Turner 5. Make A Woman Feel Satisf...

B.B. King: Live By Request

B.B. King: Live By Request

2003

as Performer

5.5
Acting

Célébrez 50 années de blues avec le Roi du Blues qui interprète ses meilleures succès, dont une poignée avec son invité spécial Jeff Beck à l'occasion...

The Road to Memphis

The Road to Memphis

2003

as Self (archive footage)

6.1
Acting

Director Richard Pearce (The Long Walk Home, Leap of Faith, A Family Thing) traces the musical odyssey of blues legend B.B. King in a film that pays t...

BB King Live at The Apollo

BB King Live at The Apollo

2003

7.0
Acting

Recorded live in 1991 at the Apollo Theatre, Manchester, UK

Muddy Waters: Can't Be Satisfied

Muddy Waters: Can't Be Satisfied

2003

Acting

Filmmaker Robert Gordon captures the life of fascinating blues artist Muddy Waters. Credited with inventing the electric blues, Waters left an indelib...

Sounds of Memphis

Sounds of Memphis

2002

as Self

10.0
Acting

A look into the birth of the soul music scene on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Chronicles the rise of soul music, the creation of many iconic so...

BB King Sweet 16

BB King Sweet 16

2002

as Self

6.5
Acting

BB King live in Africa 1974 In 1974, B.B. King brought the blues back to Africa. An audience of 80,000 came to Kinshasha for a three day music festiv...

Johnny Winter: Pieces & Bits

Johnny Winter: Pieces & Bits

2001

5.5
Acting

Johnny Winter's long-awaited official video release, highlighting performances spanning 4 decades, interspersed with personal photos taken by his wife...

All Access: Front Row. Backstage. Live!

All Access: Front Row. Backstage. Live!

2001

as Self

Acting

IMAX invites you backstage to the Rock n' Roll event of the year. The acts featured won a combined total of 13 Grammy® Awards in 2000. This exclusive,...

B.B. King - The Blues Sounds of B.B. King

B.B. King - The Blues Sounds of B.B. King

2001

as Singer

Acting
B.B. King Live at Nick's

B.B. King Live at Nick's

2001

as Self

10.0
Acting

This exciting concert, taped live at Nick's in uptown Dallas, BB King gives a performance which proves we are watching a legend in action...the unequi...

The Jazz Channel Presents B.B. King

The Jazz Channel Presents B.B. King

2000

as Himself

Acting

The reigning king of the blues, B.B. King, rules supreme on BET on Jazz: The Jazz Channel. The legendary blues guitarist and his beloved "Lucille," le...

The Ten Commandments of Creativity

The Ten Commandments of Creativity

2000

as Self

8.0
Acting

Having struggled to crack his brief, Dennis Hopper decides the only honourable act is to throw himself off a roof. Before this final act, Sir Peter Us...

Pavarotti & Friends 99 for Guatemala and Kosovo

Pavarotti & Friends 99 for Guatemala and Kosovo

1999

as Self

7.5
Acting

The Pavarotti & Friends for Guatemala and Kosovo concert was held on June 1, 1999, and raised $1 million for War Child programs to aid young refugees ...

Blues Masters

Blues Masters

1999

6.0
Acting

In 1966, CBC Television invited some of North America's greatest blues performers to gather in a studio in Toronto, recording together and individuall...

B.B. King: Live In Africa '74

B.B. King: Live In Africa '74

1998

as Self

7.0
Acting

In 1974, Muhammad Ali and George Foreman held their heavyweight title fight in Zaire, billing it as the "Rumble in the Jungle". A three-day music fest...

Blues Brothers 2000

Blues Brothers 2000

1998

as Malvern Gasperon

5.3
Acting

Finally released from prison, Elwood Blues is once again enlisted by Sister Mary Stigmata in her latest crusade to raise funds for a children's hospit...

Wired for Sound: A Guitar Odyssey

Wired for Sound: A Guitar Odyssey

1997

as Self

Acting

Wired For Sound documents the role of the Gibson guitar throughout the evolution of rock music.

When We Were Kings

When We Were Kings

1996

as Self

7.7
Acting

It's 1974. Muhammad Ali is 32 and thought by many to be past his prime. George Foreman is ten years younger and the heavyweight champion of the world....

A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan

A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan

1996

as Self

10.0
Acting

One by One, the musicians climb on stage and take their places: B.B. king, Eric Clapton, Buddy guy, Robert Cray, Bonnie Raitt, Jimmie Vaughan, Dr, joh...

B.B. King: Blues Summit

B.B. King: Blues Summit

1995

7.2
Acting

Inspired by the 1993 Grammy-winning album, this historic meeting of superpowers stars the King of the Blues performing duets with a pantheon of fellow...

A Night to Die For

A Night to Die For

1995

as Self

Acting

TV special worth watching if only for the incongruous interviews with Wayne Newton, Wayne Gretzky, Kareem Abdul Jabar, Rudolph Giuliani, Mike Ditka, a...

The History of Rock 'n' Roll

The History of Rock 'n' Roll

1995

as Self

10.0
Acting

The history of rock n' roll and pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage of well-known music stars.

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music

1993

as Self

6.0
Acting

Blues as a genre shaped the sound of jazz in the early 20th century and directly led to the creation of rock 'n' roll in the '50s. The scales, chords,...

B.B. King: Live At Montreux 1993

B.B. King: Live At Montreux 1993

1993

as Self

6.4
Acting

B.B. King is the greatest living exponent of the blues and considered by many to be the most influential guitarist of the latter part of the 20th cent...

Heart and Souls

Heart and Souls

1993

as Himself

6.9
Acting

A fateful night in 1959, four people die when the bus they are riding crashes. They continue as ghosts; their souls become eternally entwined to the l...

Willie Nelson: The Big Six-O

Willie Nelson: The Big Six-O

1993

as Self

Acting

Willie Nelson and friends celebrate his sixtieth birthday in a star-studded concert event.

Gary Moore: Live Blues

Gary Moore: Live Blues

1993

as Guitar, Vocals

10.0
Acting

Blues Alive is a live album by Northern Irish guitarist Gary Moore, released in 1993. It is a collection of recordings taken from his 1992 tour and dr...

Guitar Legends EXPO '92 at Sevilla - The Blues Night

Guitar Legends EXPO '92 at Sevilla - The Blues Night

1991

as Himself

6.0
Acting

Guitar Legends was a concert held over five nights, from October 15 to October 19, 1991, in Seville, Spain, with the aim of positioning the city as an...

Montreux Jazz Festival 1991

Montreux Jazz Festival 1991

1991

Acting
Guitar

Guitar

1991

as Self

Acting
All Day and All Night: Memories from Beale Street Musicians

All Day and All Night: Memories from Beale Street Musicians

1990

as Self

Acting

Blues legends B.B. King and Rufus Thomas, plus Evelyn Young, Gatemouth Moore, Fred Ford, Honeymoon Garner, Booker T. Laury, and others play jam sessio...

U2: Lovetown

U2: Lovetown

1989

as Self

Acting

Documentary of U2's 1989 tour of Australia.

Legends of Rock 'n' Roll

Legends of Rock 'n' Roll

1989

as B.B. King

9.0
Acting

Are you ready for some old-time rock and roll?! Then you are ready for the masters, the originators, the men who made the music, the "Legends of Rock ...

Albert King & B.B. King: Japan Blues Carnival

Albert King & B.B. King: Japan Blues Carnival

1989

as Himself

10.0
Acting

Albert King & B.B. King live at the Japan Blues Carnival 1989.

U2: Rattle and Hum

U2: Rattle and Hum

1988

as Self

7.2
Acting

A concert movie on an unprecedented scale, Rattle And Hum captures U2 - on and off the stage - during their triumphant Joshua Tree tour. From the gian...

Amazon Women on the Moon

Amazon Women on the Moon

1987

as B.B. King (segment "Blacks Without Soul")

5.9
Acting

Centered around a television station which features a 1950s-style sci-fi movie interspersed with a series of wild commercials, wacky shorts and weird ...

B.B. King & Friends

B.B. King & Friends

1987

as Self

8.5
Acting

Live concert recording of B.B. King playing with many guests, including Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert King, Etta James, Dr. John, Paul Butt...

Spies Like Us

Spies Like Us

1985

as Ace Tomato Agent

6.2
Acting

Two bumbling government employees think they are U.S. spies, only to discover that they are actually decoys for nuclear war.

Live Aid

Live Aid

1985

as Self

7.9
Acting

Live Aid was held on 13 July 1985, simultaneously in Wembley Stadium in London, England, and the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, United State...

B.B. King: Into the Night

B.B. King: Into the Night

1985

as Self

8.2
Acting

A short documentary about B.B. King and his time working on the score for the 1985 movie "Into the Night" starring Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Pfeiffer...

B.B. King - Austin City Limits 1982

B.B. King - Austin City Limits 1982

1982

as Musician - guitar, vocals

6.0
Acting

Good Mornin’ Blues

1978

as Host

Acting

Hosted by B.B. King and produced in 1978; this program documents the history of the blues that sprang from the Mississippi Delta. Rare photos and perf...

Give My Poor Heart Ease

Give My Poor Heart Ease

1975

as Self

6.0
Acting

In his warm snapshot of the Mississippi Delta, folklorist and filmmaker William Ferris sits down with music legend B.B. King and other denizens of the...

Sing Sing Thanksgiving

Sing Sing Thanksgiving

1974

as Self

10.0
Acting

B.B. King, Joan Baez and other great artists gather for a show at Sing Sing Prison.

The Blues Under the Skin

The Blues Under the Skin

1973

as Bluesman

10.0
Acting

Blurring the line between documentary and fiction, THE BLUES UNDER THE SKIN dramatizes the tumultuous relationship of a young couple (Onike Lee and Ro...

George Carlin: The Real George Carlin

George Carlin: The Real George Carlin

1973

as Self

Acting

Carlin recorded his only network special, The Real George Carlin, in 1973. Featuring bits about growing up in New York, the material is neither profan...

B.B. King & Joan Baez - Live At Sing Sing

B.B. King & Joan Baez - Live At Sing Sing

1972

as Self

8.0
Acting

In 1972 two music icons, the legendary blues guitarist, singer and composer B.B. King, and folk singer Joan Baez, teamed up for one of the most unusua...

Medicine Ball Caravan

Medicine Ball Caravan

1971

as Self

3.0
Acting

Documentary of a 154-person bus and truck tour that set out to spread the gospel of flower power to the hinterlands of the U.S.

Black Woodstock

Black Woodstock

1969

8.0
Acting

The Harlem Cultural Festival, also known as "Black Woodstock", was a series of music concerts held in Harlem, Manhattan, New York City during the summ...

Wake at Generation

Wake at Generation

1968

as Self

Acting

An unreleased concert film, shot at the Generation Club on 8th St. in NYC on April 7, 1968. Big Brother & The Holding Co. "Summertime" Joni Mitchell...

B.B. King & Raimundo Amador Live

N/A

as Himself

Acting

B.B. King & Raimundo Amador Live

B.B. King: Live at the Woodlands

B.B. King: Live at the Woodlands

N/A

Acting

Recorded in High-Definition for the PBS concert series Soundstage, this unforgettable performance features staggering renditions of "Thrill is Gone" a...