David Geffen: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 15
- on screen
- 1961–2024
- box office
- $4.79M
- average score
- 76
- Born
- February 21, 1943 (age 83)
- Birthplace
- New York City, U.S.
- Full name
- David Lawrence Geffen
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- Entrepreneur, record executive, film producer, media proprietor
- Years active
- 1964-present
- Spouses
- Donovan Michaels
David Geffen's Career in Numbers
David Geffen's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres David Geffen works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Explosive Generation (1961) to Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band (2020), and the 1960s were the busiest decade.
David Geffen Movies by Decade
- 1960s 1
- 2010s 1
- 2020s 1
The 1960s were David Geffen's busiest decade, with 1 films.
David Geffen Movies by Genre
- Biography 1
- Documentary 1
- Drama 1
Biography is the genre David Geffen has worked in most, with 1 film, ahead of documentary (1).
David Geffen Career Milestones
- First film
- The Explosive Generation 1961
- Biggest box office hit
- Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band $537K worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band Movie Echo Score 72
- Newest film
- Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band 2020
David Geffen Filmography: Every Movie
Every film David Geffen is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 76. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
David Geffen Movies as an Actor
3
David Geffen in Documentaries & Specials
12- 2024
Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill as Self - Co-Founder, Asylum Records · Documentary Movie Echo Score: 84 - 2022
Joni Mitchell, Lady Blue as Self · Music - 2020
Laurel Canyon as Self · Documentary Worldwide box office: $4.11K - 2019
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice as Self · Music Worldwide box office: $4.25M Movie Echo Score: 80 - 2019
Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band as Self · Music Movie Echo Score: 79 - 2018
Howard as Self (archive footage) · Music - 2017
Spielberg as Self · Documentary - 2013
History of the Eagles as Self · Documentary - 2012
Inventing David Geffen as Self · Documentary - 2010
LennoNYC as Self · Documentary - 2003
Joni Mitchell: Woman of Heart and Mind as Self · Music - 1986
Putting It Together: The Making of the Broadway Album as Himself · Music
Who Is David Geffen?
David Geffen was born in New York City, U.S. in 1943 and is 83 years old. Credited on films since 1961, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
David Lawrence Geffen (born February 21, 1943) is an influential figure in American film, music, and media. He began his journey in the entertainment industry in 1964, working as a mailroom clerk at a talent agency and quickly rose through the ranks due to his ability to read and interpret memos between agents. In music, he co-founded various record labels including Asylum Records, Geffen Records, and DreamWorks Records, and significantly contributed to the Southern California folk-rock sound. Asylum Records was known for signing artists who had difficulties finding a record contract elsewhere. Geffen is equally accomplished in the film industry, founding the Geffen Film Company and co-founding DreamWorks SKG with notable figures like Steven Spielberg and Jeffrey Katzenberg. Geffen's success in all his ventures has seen him recognized with numerous awards including the Ahmet Ertegun Award from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the President's Merit Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Despite his success, Geffen has faced controversy, notably over beach access and allegations of insider trading.
Who David Geffen Makes Movies With
The actors and directors David Geffen shares the most films with. David Crosby comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Graham Nash (4).
David Geffen: Questions & Answers
How many movies David Geffen has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has David Geffen been in?
David Geffen is credited on 15 films, from 1961 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is David Geffen's highest-grossing movie?
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice (2019) is David Geffen's biggest box office hit, with $4.25M worldwide, ahead of Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band (2020) ($537K). Across every film with box office figures, David Geffen's movies have made $4.79M.
David Geffen's biggest hits What is the best David Geffen movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, David Geffen's best-rated film is Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill (2024) with a score of 84, followed by Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice (2019) (80).
Best David Geffen movies, ranked How old is David Geffen?
David Geffen is 83 years old, born on February 21, 1943 in New York City, U.S..
What is David Geffen's newest movie?
The most recent film on David Geffen's filmography is Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill (2024), in the role of Self - Co-Founder, Asylum Records.
Who does David Geffen work with most often?
David Geffen shares the most films with David Crosby (4 films), Graham Nash (4 films) and Jackson Browne (4 films).
The Best David Geffen Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 15 credits.
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