James Burton
Biography
James Burton works in acting. Born August 21, 1939 in Dubberly, Louisiana, USA. Archytele tracks 24 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
24 titles- Classic Albums (1997) as Self
- EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2026) as Self (archive footage)
- Elvis on Tour (1972) as Self - Guitar
- Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night (1988) as Self - Guitar
- Elvis: That's the Way It Is (1970) as Self - Musician
- Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii (1973) as Self - Guitar
- Heart Like a Wheel (1983) as Guitar Player, Tex's Band
- Revolution #9 (2002) as Therapist Fuller
- Roy Orbison: Black and White Night 30 (2017) as Self
- Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010 (2010) as Self
- Elvis: A Life in Music (2026) as Self (archive footage)
- Carnival Rock (1957) as Guitar Player (uncredited)
- Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll (2007) as Self (archive footage)
- Elvis: #1 Hit Performances (2007) as Self (archive footage)
- Elvis: The Ultimate Live Collection (2002) as self
- Elvis Lives: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2006) as Self
- Elvis in Concert (1977) as Self - lead guitar (uncredited)
- Classic Albums: The Chirping Crickets (2019) as Self
- Elvis: The Lost Performances (1992) as Self (archive footage)
- Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden (1972) as Self - Lead Guitar
- Elvis Presley: Meet Me In Memphis (2022) as lead guitar
- Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii - Rehearsal Concert (1973) as Self - lead guitar
- Elvis In Concert Remastered (2009) as Self - lead guitar (uncredited)
- Red Shoes In the Land of the Midnight Sun: Elvis Costello & The Confederates Live in Tokyo (1987) as Self - Performer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Burton best known for?
James Burton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including A Chinese Ghost Story III (1991), EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2026), Elvis on Tour (1972), Pepper Chocolate (2003).
When and where was James Burton born?
James Burton was born on August 21, 1939 in Dubberly, Louisiana, USA.
How many credits does James Burton have?
James Burton has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1957 to 2026.
What is James Burton's background in cinema and television?
James Edward Burton (born August 21, 1939, in Dubberly, Louisiana) is an American guitarist. A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since 2001 (his induction speech was given by longtime fan Keith Richards), Burton has also been recognized by the Rockabilly Hall of Fame and the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum. Cr...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2026) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 86
- Elvis: That's the Way It Is (1970) as Self - Musician — aged about 30
- Classic Albums (1997) as Self — aged about 57
- Elvis on Tour (1972) as Self - Guitar — aged about 32
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