Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson

1933-04-30 Abbott, Texas, USA 161 Credits

Biography

Willie Hugh Nelson (born April 30, 1933) is an American country singer-songwriter, author, poet, actor, and activist. Nelson was one of the main figures of the Outlaw Movement, a subgenre of Country music that developed between the end of 1960s and early 1980s. The critical success of the albums Shotgun Willie, Phases and Stages, and the commercial success of Red Headed Stranger made Nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music. Nelson is also recognized for his contributions to ch...

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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: 10th Anniversary Special

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: 10th Anniversary Special

2024

as Self (archive footage)

8.0
Acting

Jimmy Fallon celebrates 10 years as host of The Tonight Show in a two-hour primetime special, featuring highlights from monologues, sketches, guest in...

Willie and Me

Willie and Me

2024

as Willie Nelson / Bones

5.7
Acting

Trapped in a stagnant marriage, German housewife Greta finds solace in Willie Nelson's music. When he announces his farewell concert, she embarks on a...

The Greatest Night in Pop

The Greatest Night in Pop

2024

as Self (archive footage)

7.9
Acting

On a January night in 1985, music's biggest stars gathered to record "We Are the World." This documentary goes behind the scenes of the historic event...

June

June

2023

as Self

6.2
Acting

Until Reese Witherspoon’s Oscar-winning portrayal of her in the Johnny Cash biopic Walk the Line, most contemporary audiences were unfamiliar with Jun...

Joke Man

Joke Man

2023

as Self

5.0
Acting

Jackie Martling just may be America's last great joke teller. His savant-like ability to remember every joke he's heard since he was 8 years old, comb...

Willie Nelson 90: Long Story Short

Willie Nelson 90: Long Story Short

2023

as Self

Acting

A star-studded concert celebrating Willie Nelson's 90th birthday, recorded live at The Hollywood Bowl and featuring once-in-a-lifetime performances an...

Heartbreakers at the BBC

Heartbreakers at the BBC

2023

as Self (archive footage)

6.5
Acting

A selection of classic heartbreaking BBC performances from some of music’s biggest stars, including George Michael, Amy Winehouse, Sam Smith, Taylor S...

Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas

Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas

2022

as Self

6.5
Acting

Follow Dolly's desire to uplift an exhausted world's spirits by sharing the unique "mountain magic". Throughout the chaos, Dolly finds herself taking ...

2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

2022

as Self (archive footage)

8.2
Acting

The 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. ...

Willie Nelson: Live at Budokan

Willie Nelson: Live at Budokan

2022

as himself

Acting

Grab a front-row seat to this 1984 Tokyo concert, one of Nelson’s live legendary performances. Filmed at Budokan, the famous martial arts hall, the sh...

Dolly Parton: A MusiCares Tribute

Dolly Parton: A MusiCares Tribute

2021

as Self

6.7
Acting

In a star-studded evening of music and memories, a community of iconic performers honor Dolly Parton as the MusiCares Person of the Year.

Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President

Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President

2020

as Self

6.9
Acting

This rockumentary-style presidential portrait shows how Jimmy Carter reinvigorated a post-Watergate America—with the music of the counterculture, incl...

My Darling Vivian

My Darling Vivian

2020

as Self (archive footage)

7.5
Acting

The story of Vivian Liberto, Johnny Cash's first wife and the mother of his four daughters. Includes never-before-seen footage and photographs of John...

Willie Nelson American Outlaw

Willie Nelson American Outlaw

2020

as Self

Acting

Willie Nelson - American Outlaw captures the most iconic moments from a one-night-only concert event honoring Willie Nelson and his music. This two-ho...

Waiting for the Miracle to Come

Waiting for the Miracle to Come

2019

as Jimmy Riggs

5.8
Acting

An aspiring trapeze artist discovers a cryptic letter, written once by her recently deceased father, that leads her to a gold mine in a remote Califor...

Charley Pride: I'm Just Me

Charley Pride: I'm Just Me

2019

as Self

3.8
Acting

This film traces the improbable journey of Charley Pride, from his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son on a cotton farm in segregated Sledge, Mi...

Willie Nelson at Austin City Limits

Willie Nelson at Austin City Limits

2019

as Self

9.0
Acting

Austin City Limits proudly welcomes back a longtime friend, American music icon Willie Nelson, in a career-spanning hour as he performs a mix of his u...

Quincy

Quincy

2018

as Self

7.4
Acting

An intimate look into the life of icon Quincy Jones. A unique force in music and popular culture for 70 years, Jones has transcended racial and cultur...

Also Starring Austin

Also Starring Austin

2018

7.0
Acting

ALSO STARRING AUSTIN uses scenes from locally shot films as a lens to explore a community's rapidly changing built and natural environment and unique,...

Paradox

Paradox

2018

as Red

3.9
Acting

A loud poem. A whimsical western tale of music and love.

Revolution: The Legacy of the Sixties

Revolution: The Legacy of the Sixties

2017

Acting

'Revolution: The Legacy of the Sixties' is an exploration of the 1960s Western cultural revolution as it ushers in our contemporary society. 'Revoluti...

Pure Country: Pure Heart

Pure Country: Pure Heart

2017

as Himself

7.2
Acting

For Ada and Piper Spencer, singing is as natural as breathing. Blessed with talent and determination, these sisters hope to fulfill their dream of per...

Lost in London

Lost in London

2017

as Willie Nelson

5.9
Acting

Within the course of a night, Woody Harrelson finds himself in a misadventure in London that winds him up in prison.

The Best Democracy Money Can Buy

The Best Democracy Money Can Buy

2016

as Self

7.2
Acting

Rolling Stone investigative reporter Greg Palast busted Jeb Bush for stealing the 2000 election by purging Black voters from Florida's electoral rolls...

Road to Austin

Road to Austin

2016

8.0
Acting

Road To Austin chronicles how Austin, Texas became the Live Music Capital of the World, dating from 1835 to present day. The film builds to a climax a...

The Highwaymen: Friends Till the End

The Highwaymen: Friends Till the End

2016

as Self - Performer

Acting

An oral history of the Mount Rushmore of Country Music: Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson. Interviews with the men wh...

The Highwaymen - Live American Outlaws

The Highwaymen - Live American Outlaws

2016

as Self

9.0
Acting

The Highwaymen - Live: American Outlaws is a box set of concert performances from country music's legendary first "supergroup" featuring Johnny Cash, ...

The American Epic Sessions

The American Epic Sessions

2016

as Self

7.0
Acting

Jack White and T Bone Burnett invite today’s greatest artists to test their skills against the long-lost machine that recorded their musical idols and...

Honky Tonk Heaven: Legend of the Broken Spoke

Honky Tonk Heaven: Legend of the Broken Spoke

2016

as Self

7.0
Acting

The Broken Spoke has hosted country greats like George Strait, Willie Nelson, Ernest Tubb, Bob Wills, George Jones, and Roy Acuff. A profile of “the l...

Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl

Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl

2016

as Self

8.0
Acting

Explore the country legend's hard-fought road to stardom. From her Appalachian roots to the Oscar-winning biopic of her life, Coal Miner's Daughter, L...

Zoolander 2

Zoolander 2

2016

as Willie Nelson

4.9
Acting

Derek and Hansel are modelling again when an opposing company attempts to take them out from the business.

Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song

Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song

2016

as Self

Acting

Singer and songwriter Willie Nelson was the 2015 recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. The all-star tribute featured p...

Johnny Cash: American Rebel

Johnny Cash: American Rebel

2015

as Self

8.2
Acting

Johnny Cash: American Rebel is built around 12 essential Johnny Cash tracks spanning four decades that each deliver the passion, musicality and messag...

I Am Johnny Cash

I Am Johnny Cash

2015

as Self

6.6
Acting

I am Johnny Cash is a celebration of the larger-than-life Johnny Cash from the unique perspective of the Man in Black's greatest songs the 'essentials...

Country Kings at the BBC

Country Kings at the BBC

2014

5.0
Acting

Classic male country singers from the BBC vaults, journeying from The Everly Brothers and Jerry Lee Lewis to Garth Brooks and Willie Nelson, and featu...

Austin City Limits Celebrates 40 Years

Austin City Limits Celebrates 40 Years

2014

as Self - Performer

Acting

The star-studded special celebrates the trailblazing music series' 40th anniversary. With guest hosts Jeff Bridges, Matthew McConaughey and Sheryl Cro...

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...

Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds - Farm Aid Live

2014

Production Artist

3.8
All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State

All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State

2014

as Self

7.6
Acting

All About Ann celebrates the achievements of larger-than-life Ann Richards, who became the first elected female governor of Texas. Her cool demeanor, ...

Willie Nelson Live @ SXSW

Willie Nelson Live @ SXSW

2014

as self

8.0
Acting

Willie Nelson performs at ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin, Texas in March, 2014. Set List: Whiskey River (Johnny Bush cover), Still Is Still ...

Angels Sing

Angels Sing

2013

as Nick

5.5
Acting

As a child, Michael Walker wished every day could be Christmas. That is, until a tragic accident crushed his holiday spirit. Thirty years later, Micha...

Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon

Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon

2013

as Self

7.1
Acting

Supermensch documents the astounding career of Hollywood insider, the loveable Shep Gordon, who fell into music management by chance after moving to L...

We Walk The Line: A Celebration of the Music of Johnny Cash

We Walk The Line: A Celebration of the Music of Johnny Cash

2012

as Self

7.1
Acting

Johnny Cash influenced a great variety of musicians and it was never more apparent than on Friday, April 20, 2012 at The Moody Theater in Austin, TX. ...

John Mellencamp: It's About You

John Mellencamp: It's About You

2012

as Self

5.0
Acting

It's About You is a 2012 music documentary film directed by father and son duo Ian & Kurt Markus. The films focus regards John Mellencamps 2009 tour w...

Paul Williams Still Alive

Paul Williams Still Alive

2011

as Self (archive footage)

6.8
Acting

Filmmaker and longtime fan Stephen Kessler's portrait of the award-winning 1970s singer-songwriter-actor, who disappeared for much of the 1980s and '9...

9/11 Truth: Hollywood Speaks Up

2011

as Self

5.8
Acting

A documentary concerning the views of those in the movie industry, pertaining to the subject of 9/11.

I Ride

2011

as Willie Nelson

Acting

Since “The Wild One” in the 1950s the world has been fascinated with the mythic culture of the American biker. Who are these people with the loud moto...

The King of Luck

The King of Luck

2011

as Himself

Acting

Billy Bob Thornton's portrait of country outlaw Willie Nelson melds archival photos, concert footage and anecdotes from family, band mates, and pals O...

OK Buckaroos

OK Buckaroos

2010

Acting

This is the story of a troubadour's journey in the last years of the twentieth century. Jerry Jeff Walker's music has led him from the nation's bigges...

The Greatest Ears in Town: The Arif Mardin Story

The Greatest Ears in Town: The Arif Mardin Story

2010

as Self

4.7
Acting

The Greatest Ears in Town is an insightful documentary and testimonial to Arif Mardin; the producer, arranger, musician and multi Grammy award winner.

Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis Play the Music of Ray Charles

Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis Play the Music of Ray Charles

2009

as Himself - Vocals and Acoustic Guitar

7.0
Acting

Recorded Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center s Frederick P. Rose Hall on February 10, 2009. Once in a while the stars align and something magical happens....

Happiness Is

2009

as Self

6.0
Acting

Happiness Is is a road trip documentary that explores American's "pursuit of happiness".

The Obama Deception

The Obama Deception

2009

as Self

5.9
Acting

Controversial radio host Alex Jones presents his case that Obama was not the beacon of hope he was portrayed as, but rather just another cog in the im...

Dolly Parton & Friends: Love Always Live

Dolly Parton & Friends: Love Always Live

2009

as Self - Performer (archive footage)

Acting
O Melhor do Flash Back - 92 Clipes Para Recordar

O Melhor do Flash Back - 92 Clipes Para Recordar

2009

as Self (archive footage)

Acting
Merle Haggard: The Real Deal

Merle Haggard: The Real Deal

2008

as Self

Acting

A profile of Country Music Hall of Famer Merle Haggard recalls his rocky personal life and his legendary status. Interviews include Jewel, Clint Black...

A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!

A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!

2008

as Self

6.9
Acting

Hark! The Herald Pundit Sings! America’s favorite Christmas tradition is now on DVD! Families have gathered around the TV to enjoy Stephen Colbert’s C...

Elvis | Viva Las Vegas

Elvis | Viva Las Vegas

2008

as Self

7.3
Acting
Surfer, Dude

Surfer, Dude

2008

as Farmer Bob

4.6
Acting

A wave twisting tale of a soul searching surfer experiencing an existential crisis.

Beer for My Horses

Beer for My Horses

2008

as Charlie

5.0
Acting

"Beer for My Horses" tells the story of two best friends that work together as deputies in a small town. The two defy the Sheriff and head off on an o...

Swing Vote

Swing Vote

2008

as Willie Nelson

5.7
Acting

In a remarkable turn of events, the result of the presidential election comes down to one man's vote.

Hempsters: Plant the Seed

Hempsters: Plant the Seed

2008

as Himself

5.2
Acting

The film follows the lively exploits of activists for (and against) the movement for the legalization of the hemp plant in America. It features Woody ...

The King of Texas

The King of Texas

2008

as Self

6.0
Acting

A documentary on the life of Texas filmmaker Eagle Pennell.

Blonde Ambition

Blonde Ambition

2007

as Pap Paw

4.5
Acting

A young professional woman unwittingly becomes the pawn of two business executives in their bid to oust the head of a mega-conglomerate.

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...

Opry Video Classics: Hall of Fame

Opry Video Classics: Hall of Fame

2007

as Self (archive footage)

10.0
Acting

Back in 1961, the Country Music Association founded the Country Music Hall of Fame to recognize the top artists, songwriters, broadcasters and executi...

Opry Video Classics : Legends

Opry Video Classics : Legends

2007

as Self (archive footage)

10.0
Acting

The biggest names in country music appear in this compilation of 15 performances from Nashville's famed Grand Ole Opry, featuring Patsy Cline, Marty R...

Last of the Breed: Live in Concert

Last of the Breed: Live in Concert

2007

as Himself

7.0
Acting

Traditional Western swing and good ol' fashioned honky-tonk music just doesn't get any better than this. With a short run of 15 performances in 2007, ...

Jerry Lee Lewis: Last Man Standing, Live

Jerry Lee Lewis: Last Man Standing, Live

2007

as Self

8.0
Acting

1. Great Balls of Fire 2. Chantilly Lace 3. Green Grass of Home (Tom Jones) 4. End of the Road (Tom Jones) 5. Who Will the Next Fool Be (Solomon Burke...

The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning

The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning

2007

as Jesse Duke

6.1
Acting

When mischievous teenaged cousins Bo and Luke Duke are arrested, both boys are paroled to the care of their Uncle Jesse in Hazzard, sentenced to a sum...

Glen Campbell | Good Times Again

Glen Campbell | Good Times Again

2007

as Self

9.0
Acting

In the late 60s Glen Campbell had the world on a string or better yet strings. It was his smooth vocals and warm personality on his hits like Wichita ...

Fighting With Anger

2007

as Will

2.5
Acting

Ray (Fleming) is a young, beautiful and deadly assassin looking for answers about her past. Will (Willie Nelson) is her aging mentor who assigns her t...

American Revolutions: The Highwaymen

American Revolutions: The Highwaymen

2006

as Himself

10.0
Acting
Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX

Outlaw Country: Live from Austin, TX

2006

as Compositeur, Guitare, Artiste principal, Voix

7.0
Acting
Broken Bridges

Broken Bridges

2006

as self

7.4
Acting

A fading country music star returns to his hometown, where he reunites with his childhood sweetheart and also meets his 16-year-old daughter for the f...

Beerfest

Beerfest

2006

as Self (uncredited)

5.9
Acting

During a trip to Germany to scatter their grandfather's ashes, German-American brothers Todd and Jan discover Beerfest, the secret Olympics of downing...

Celebrating the Man in Black: The Making of Walk the Line

Celebrating the Man in Black: The Making of Walk the Line

2006

as Self

Acting

A documentary about the life of Johnny Cash and the making of Walk the Line (2005).

Willie Nelson: Live from Austin TX

Willie Nelson: Live from Austin TX

2006

as Compositeur, Guitare, Artiste principal, Voix

8.7
Acting

The legendary Willie Nelson is in fantastic form on this 1990 Austin City Limits performance. The DVD includes his classic songs, Whiskey River, On Th...

Farm Aid: 20th Anniversary Concert

2005

as Self

Acting

The 2005 concert, marking the 20th anniversary of Farm Aid, took place at the Tweeter Center in Tinley Park, Illinois, with events in downtown Chicago...

The Dukes of Hazzard

The Dukes of Hazzard

2005

as Uncle Jesse Duke

5.6
Acting

Cousins, Bo and Luke Duke, with the help of their eye-catching cousin, Daisy and moonshine-running Uncle Jesse, try and save the family farm from bein...

Tootsie's Orchid Lounge: Where the Music Began

2005

as self

4.0
Acting

The show tells the story of a group of songwriters who hung out together at the bar 30 years ago and who penned some of America's most popular music.

Willie Nelson & Friends: Outlaws & Angels

Willie Nelson & Friends: Outlaws & Angels

2004

as Self

8.3
Acting

The performances come from a 2004 Willie Nelson Special aired on cable television; guests include many well-known musicians.

Be Here to Love Me

Be Here to Love Me

2004

as Self - Musician

7.3
Acting

Chronicles the fascinating and often turbulent life of Townes Van Zandt.

Ray Charles: Genius Loves Company

2004

as Self

Acting

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

The Big Bounce

The Big Bounce

2004

as Joe Lurie

5.0
Acting

A small-time con artist and a Hawaiian real estate developer's mischievous, enterprising mistress team up for a potential $200,000 score.

Willie Nelson - Live at Billy Bob's Texas

2004

as Self

Acting

Billy Bob's Texas is the world's largest Honky Tonk located in the heart of the historical Ft. Worth Stockyards. On this 25th edition of the LIVE AT B...

Emmylou Harris: From a Deeper Well

Emmylou Harris: From a Deeper Well

2003

as Self

Acting

Profile of veteran country singer Emmylou Harris, witnessing the heady success of her career while also discussing her late flowering of intensely per...

The Highwaymen: On the Road Again

The Highwaymen: On the Road Again

2003

as Himself

9.0
Acting

Four of the greatest legends of country music join together. Johnny Cash sings Folsom Prison Blues, Willie Nelson performs Always on my Mind, Kris Kri...

Willie Nelson & Friends: Live and Kickin'

2003

as Self

10.0
Acting

Country music legend and American icon Willie Nelson is joined on stage by some of the biggest names in music for a once-in-a-lifetime concert event t...

Farm Aid 2001 - A Concert For America

2002

as Himself

10.0
Acting

Held just 18 days after the September 11th attacks, Farm Aid 2001, A Concert for America, celebrated the solidarity, innovation, and hard work of fami...

The Country Bears

The Country Bears

2002

as Willie Nelson

4.7
Acting

For Beary Barrington, The Country Bears' young #1 fan, fitting in with his all-too-human family is proving im-paws-ible. When he runs away to find Cou...

The Willie Nelson Special - With Special Guest Ray Charles

The Willie Nelson Special - With Special Guest Ray Charles

2002

as Self

8.5
Acting

Recorded in 1984, Willie Nelson, one of the most influential musical figures of the past quarter century performs on this DVD for the first time with ...

This Land Is Your Land - Folk Years

2002

Acting

Filmed live at Carnegie Melon University in 2002, This Land is Your Land features the biggest names in folk music.

Last Party 2000

Last Party 2000

2001

as Self

6.1
Acting

Filmed over the last six months of the 2000 Presidential election, Phillip Seymour Hoffman starts documenting the campaign at the Republican and Democ...

America | A Tribute to Heroes

America | A Tribute to Heroes

2001

as Self - Performer

6.2
Acting

A benefit concert and telethon organized by George Clooney and broadcast uninterrupted and commercial-free by the four major television networks just ...

Willie Nelson: Live in Amsterdam

Willie Nelson: Live in Amsterdam

2001

as Himself

Acting

One of country music's most enduring legends, Willie Nelson has enjoyed international success for decades. The down-to-earth superstar is filmed on Ju...

The Journeyman

The Journeyman

2001

as Samuel Hancock

5.0
Acting

In the Wild West at the turn of the century, two young brothers watch as their Grandpa is gunned down in cold blood. The desperados kidnap the older b...

Kinky Friedman: Proud To Be An Asshole From El Paso

Kinky Friedman: Proud To Be An Asshole From El Paso

2001

as Self

Acting

A biographical documentary of musician/author Kinky Friedman.

Dill Scallion

Dill Scallion

1999

as Self

5.6
Acting

School bus driver Dill Scallion dreams of becoming a famous country music singer. He sings from his heart and makes up his own dance, the 'Scallion Sh...

Willie Nelson: Greatest Hits Live

Willie Nelson: Greatest Hits Live

1999

as Himself

Acting

Willie Nelson, America's most beloved country music superstar, presents his biggest and best-known hits in a rare, unforgettable evening of song. Reco...

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

1999

as Willie Nelson

6.3
Acting

When diabolical genius Dr. Evil travels back in time to steal superspy Austin Powers's ‘mojo,’ Austin must return to the swingin' '60s himself - with ...

A Tribute To Johnny Cash

A Tribute To Johnny Cash

1999

as Self - Performer

8.0
Acting

On Sunday, April 18, 1999, the hottest names in rock and roll united with the biggest stars in country music when TNT presented "A Tribute To Johnny C...

Outlaw Justice

Outlaw Justice

1999

as Lee Walker

6.7
Acting

In the tradition of THE WILD BUNCH and THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN comes this fast paced, action filled western with unforgettable performances by an all st...

The Story of Darrell Royal

1999

as Self

10.0
Acting

Award-winning story of University of Texas coaching legend and three time National Champion, Darrell Royal.

Half Baked

Half Baked

1998

as Historian Smoker

6.3
Acting

Three lovable party buds try to bail their friend out of jail. But just when the guys have mastered a plan, everything comes dangerously close to goin...

Willie Nelson at the Teatro

Willie Nelson at the Teatro

1998

as Self

Acting

When Willie Nelson and album producer Daniel Lanois set out to create a cinematic-sounding album, "Teatro", they took over a disused movie theatre in ...

Wag the Dog

Wag the Dog

1997

as Johnny Dean

6.9
Acting

During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President...

Anthem

Anthem

1997

as Self

5.0
Acting

When twenty-six-year-olds Shainee Gabel and Kristin Hahn quit their Hollywood jobs, packed up a borrowed car and hit the road, it was with the deeply ...

Gone Fishin'

Gone Fishin'

1997

as Billy 'Catch' Pooler

4.8
Acting

Two fishing fanatics get in trouble when their fishing boat gets stolen while on a trip.

The Beach Boys: Nashville Sounds

The Beach Boys: Nashville Sounds

1996

as Self

2.0
Acting

Brian Wilson and the boys of summer add a pinch of down-home twang to their classic harmonies with the help of country music's finest. In this 1996 re...

Starlight

Starlight

1996

2.5
Acting

Adrianna (Chong) is a beautiful alien woman who has come to Earth in search of a half alien man (Wirth). She needs him to help her defeat the evil ali...

Some Enchanted Evening: Celebrating Oscar Hammerstein II

Some Enchanted Evening: Celebrating Oscar Hammerstein II

1995

as Self

Acting

In commemoration of the 100th birthday of lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II, performers present classic Hammerstein songs.

Big Dreams & Broken Hearts: The Dottie West Story

Big Dreams & Broken Hearts: The Dottie West Story

1995

as Willie Nelson

3.0
Acting

Dottie West fought a difficult childhood to rise as one of country music's icons winning the first ever Grammy for Best Female Country Vocal Performan...

The World of Jim Henson

The World of Jim Henson

1994

as Self (archive footage)

7.3
Acting

In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second commercial beginnings to a...

Dust to Dust

Dust to Dust

1994

7.3
Acting

Sampson Moses, the corrupt mayor of Brambles, Texas, hires a deadly gunfighter to remove orphaned landowner Billy, since a railroad company wants his ...

Kris Kristofferson: His Life and Work

Kris Kristofferson: His Life and Work

1993

as Self

Acting

Interviews with celebrities such as Joan Baez, Jackson Browne, Dennis Hopper and Willie Nelson examine the remarkable career of actor-performer Kris K...

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.

Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration

Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration

1993

7.5
Acting

On October 16, 1992, an impressive and eclectic group of artists gathered at Madison Square Garden in New York City for the purpose of celebrating the...

Wild Texas Wind

Wild Texas Wind

1991

as Willie Nelson

5.4
Acting

Soon after a country singer moves in with her band's new manager, he's found slain and she's a suspect.

WWE WrestleMania VII

WWE WrestleMania VII

1991

as Self - National Anthem

7.4
Acting

Hulk Hogan plays by new rules as he tries to liberate the WWE Championship from the clutches of the traitorous Sgt. Slaughter. The WWE isn't big enoug...

Another Pair of Aces: Three of a Kind

Another Pair of Aces: Three of a Kind

1991

as Billy Roy Rodriguez

3.7
Acting

A gambler, a Texas ranger and an FBI agent are investigating a series of vigilante murders.

The Highwaymen: Live at Nassau Coliseum

The Highwaymen: Live at Nassau Coliseum

1990

as Self

8.6
Acting

Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson perform live at Long Island's Nassau Coliseum in 1990.

Pair of Aces

Pair of Aces

1990

as Billy Roy Barker

5.0
Acting

A Texas Ranger has to protect his two daughters as he investigates a serial killer who is attacking cheerleaders. Meanwhile he finds himself working w...

Waylon: Renegade. Outlaw. Legend.

Waylon: Renegade. Outlaw. Legend.

1990

as Himself

Acting

The Authorized Video Biography. The true story of Waylon Jennings. From his days as Buddy Holly's protégé to his battles with the Nashville system. Fr...

Kenny, Dolly & Willie: Something Inside So Strong

Kenny, Dolly & Willie: Something Inside So Strong

1989

as Self

9.0
Acting

This was a concert performed in Houston for employees of NASA and their families to celebrate the US space program. Archival footage of NASA space mis...

In the Hank Williams Tradition

1989

as Self

Acting

This program traces Hank Williams' incredible life story through rare film clips, and revealing interviews with his friends and fellow performers such...

Where the Hell's That Gold?!!?

Where the Hell's That Gold?!!?

1988

as Cross

3.0
Acting

A pair of thieves are pursued by the U.S. Army, the Mexican federales and Apaches in this made-for-TV Western.

Once Upon a Texas Train

Once Upon a Texas Train

1988

as John Henry Lee

5.4
Acting

Captain Hayes of the mighty law enforcement squad named the Texas Rangers reached the pinnacle of his career when he captured the notorious John Henry...

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz

1988

as Willie Nelson

Acting

Fictional character, Heidi Abromowitz, is the butt of everyone's jokes.

Irving Berlin's 100th Birthday Celebration

1988

as Self

Acting

The life, career, and music of Irving Berlin are celebrated live on stage with musical performances.

Baja Oklahoma

Baja Oklahoma

1988

as Self

6.3
Acting

Juanita Hutchins works at Texas bar, but she aspires to be a country songwriter. When she's not looking after her impulsive daughter, Candy, or vouchi...

Walking After Midnight

Walking After Midnight

1988

as Self

Acting

Explores the past-life experiences of various celebrities.

Chet Atkins and Friends

Chet Atkins and Friends

1987

Acting

Filmed live in Nashville, these musical talents demonstrate both their love and respect for Atkins as they take to the stage for an unforgettable perf...

Heartbeat

Heartbeat

1987

as Himself

5.5
Acting

A surrealistic journey into the experiences and reflections of a documentary filmmaker as he evaluates the people and places that have made up his lif...

Red Headed Stranger

Red Headed Stranger

1986

as Rev. Julian Shay

5.2
Acting

Reverend Julian Shay (Willie Nelson) strode into the saloon, pulled out his six-shooter, and killed his adulterous wife (Morgan Fairchild) and the man...

Red Headed Stranger

Red Headed Stranger

1986

Producer, Music, Original Music Composer

5.2
Producing

Reverend Julian Shay (Willie Nelson) strode into the saloon, pulled out his six-shooter, and killed his adulterous wife (Morgan Fairchild) and the man...

Stagecoach

Stagecoach

1986

as Doc Holliday

5.4
Acting

Story follows a stagecoach ride through Old West Apache territory. On board are a cavalry man's pregnant wife, a prostitute with a broken heart, a Mar...

Stagecoach

Stagecoach

1986

Original Music Composer, Executive Producer

5.4
Producing

Story follows a stagecoach ride through Old West Apache territory. On board are a cavalry man's pregnant wife, a prostitute with a broken heart, a Mar...

The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James

The Last Days of Frank and Jesse James

1986

as Gen. Jo Shelby

5.2
Acting

This movie looks at the last years (not days, as implied in the title) of famous outlaws, Frank and Jesse James. The film opens in 1877 with the broth...

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song

1985

as Self

8.5
Acting

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song is a documentary which examines how the song was written, how producer Quincy Jones and songwriters Michae...

Songwriter

Songwriter

1984

as Doc Jenkins

5.3
Acting

Doc Jenkins may be one of country music's most beloved stars, but his private life is a wreck. He's split up with his longtime partner, Blackie Buck, ...

Songwriter

Songwriter

1984

Songs

5.3

Doc Jenkins may be one of country music's most beloved stars, but his private life is a wreck. He's split up with his longtime partner, Blackie Buck, ...

The Stars Salute the U.S. Olympic Team

The Stars Salute the U.S. Olympic Team

1984

Acting

Star studded show

Hells Angels Forever

Hells Angels Forever

1983

as Himself

6.7
Acting

What starts off as a squadron of American daredevil bombers in World War II, branded by society as renegades, turns into a revealing ride into the wor...

Willie Nelson Live at the US Festival

Willie Nelson Live at the US Festival

1983

as Himself

Acting

Willie Nelson appeared at the US Festival on June 4, 1983. It was billed as Country Day, with Willie performing alongside such artists as Waylon Jenni...

Playboy Video Magazine: Volume 4

Playboy Video Magazine: Volume 4

1983

as Himself

1.0
Acting

Features a tribute to murdered Playmate Dorothy Stratten, an interview with singer Willie Nelson, a profile of X star Marilyn Chambers, a video center...

Willie Nelson & Family: In Concert

1983

as Himself

Acting

Willie Nelson and Family perform at the Austin Opry House (1983)

Coming Out of the Ice

Coming Out of the Ice

1982

as Red Loon

7.0
Acting

A biographical film about Victor Herman, based on the memoir of the same name.

Barbarosa

Barbarosa

1982

as Barbarosa

5.9
Acting

Karl Westover, an inexperienced farm boy, runs away after unintentionally killing a neighbor, whose family pursues him for vengeance. He meets Barbaro...

Thief

Thief

1981

as David 'Okla' Bertinneau

7.2
Acting

Frank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire from crime an...

Honeysuckle Rose

Honeysuckle Rose

1980

as Buck

5.4
Acting

Buck Bonham is a country singer on the road caught in a romantic triangle with Dyan Cannon and Amy Irving, the daughter of one of his longtime musical...

Honeysuckle Rose

Honeysuckle Rose

1980

Original Music Composer

5.4

Buck Bonham is a country singer on the road caught in a romantic triangle with Dyan Cannon and Amy Irving, the daughter of one of his longtime musical...

The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1980

The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1980

1980

7.0
Acting

The Midnight Special is an American late-night musical variety series that aired on NBC during the 1970s and early 1980s, created and produced by Burt...

The Electric Horseman

The Electric Horseman

1979

as Wendell

6.1
Acting

A former champion rodeo rider is reduced to using his saddle skills to promote a breakfast cereal in a gaudy Las Vegas show. When he's asked to perfor...

The Electric Horseman

The Electric Horseman

1979

Songs

6.1

A former champion rodeo rider is reduced to using his saddle skills to promote a breakfast cereal in a gaudy Las Vegas show. When he's asked to perfor...

Willie Nelson's 4th of July Celebration

1979

Acting

It's Willie Nelson celebrating the 4th of July

Mickey's 50

Mickey's 50

1978

as Self

Acting

"Mickey's 50" is a 90-minute special that aired on The Wonderful World of Disney on November 19, 1978. The special was made to commemorate the 50th bi...

A Poem Is a Naked Person

A Poem Is a Naked Person

1974

as Self

7.6
Acting

Les Blank's first feature-length documentary captures music and other events at Leon Russell's Oklahoma recording studio during a three-year period (1...

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

N/A

as Self

Acting

A true story about the unreal life of an unsung country music hero. Ben Dorcy, aka Lovey, the first and oldest roadie, is recognized by the cultural ...

Willie Nelson's 90th Birthday Celebration

N/A

Acting

The two-hour special features once-in-a-lifetime collaborations, surprise appearances, music royalty from the star-studded two-day concert event celeb...

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

N/A

Executive Producer

Producing

A true story about the unreal life of an unsung country music hero. Ben Dorcy, aka Lovey, the first and oldest roadie, is recognized by the cultural ...