Ben E. King
Biography
Ben E. King works in acting. Born September 28, 1938 in Henderson, North Carolina, USA. Died April 30, 2015. Archytele tracks 16 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
16 titles- Heaven Stood Still: The Incarnations of Willy DeVille (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Stand by Me (2024) Music
- Bang! The Bert Berns Story (2016) as Self
- Lennon or McCartney (2014) as Self (voice)
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Whole Lotta Shakin' (2009) as Self
- Soul Deep: The Story of Black Popular Music (2005) as Self
- Ben E. King: Live in Concert (2005)
- Casey Kasem's Rock 'n' Roll Goldmine: The Soul Years (2004) as Self (archive footage)
- Ed Sullivan Presents: Rock 'N' Roll Revolution: The British Invade America, America Fights Back (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- Rhythm and Blues 40: A Soul Spectacular (2001) as Self
- Stand By Me (1995) Music
- Chicago Hope (1994)
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Ben E. King
- Prince's Trust Rock Gala - Volume 2 (1987) as Self
- The Midnight Special (1972) as Self
- Ready Steady Go! (1963) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ben E. King best known for?
Ben E. King is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Chicago Hope (1994), Chicago Hope (1994), Barton Fink (1991), A Tale of Two Cities (1958).
When and where was Ben E. King born?
Ben E. King was born on September 28, 1938 in Henderson, North Carolina, USA. They passed away on April 30, 2015.
How many credits does Ben E. King have?
Ben E. King has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1963 to 2024.
What is Ben E. King's background in cinema and television?
Ben E. King, was an American soul and R&B singer and record producer. He was perhaps best known as the singer and co-composer of "Stand by Me"—a US Top 10 hit, both in 1961 and later in 1986 (when it was used as the theme to the film of the same name), a number one hit in the UK in 1987, and no. 25 on the RIAA's list o...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Midnight Special (1972) as Self — aged about 33
- Chicago Hope (1994) — aged about 55
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Ben E. King — aged about 55
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