Acting
Burton Cummings
Born 1947-12-31
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Department: Acting
Biography
Burton Cummings got his start in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada performing in a number of bands. Ultimately, the Guess Who became one of the most popular of all rock bands in the 1970s. Cummings came into contact with several other Winnipeg musicians. Randy Bachman was part of the Guess Who for many years before starting his own band, Bachman-Turner Overdrive. Neil Young was also a Winnipeg musician at the time. Cummings continues as a solo artist and recently released a new album. IMDb Mini Biography By:
Known For
Prominent works featuring Burton Cummings
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The Midnight Special
1972
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Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind
2019
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Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
2020
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Tears Are Not Enough
1985
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Toronto Rocks
2003
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The Guess Who - Running Back Thru Canada
2004
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This Beat Goes On: Canadian Pop Music in the 1970s
2009
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Ringo Starr Going Home
1993
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The Genius of Lenny Breau
1999
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Shakin' All Over: Canadian Pop Music in the 1960s
2005
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (17 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble | Self | Movie | 2020 |
 | Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind | Self | Movie | 2019 |
 | Healey's Hideaway | Self | Movie | 2015 |
 | This Beat Goes On: Canadian Pop Music in the 1970s | Self - The Guess Who | Movie | 2009 |
 | Above The Ground | Burton Cummings | Movie | 2008 |
| Above The Ground | Music | Movie | 2008 |
| Above The Ground | Producer | Movie | 2008 |
| Randy Bachman & Burton Cummings: First Time Around | Self / Appearance | Movie | 2008 | |
 | Shakin' All Over: Canadian Pop Music in the 1960s | Self | Movie | 2005 |
 | The Guess Who - Running Back Thru Canada | Himself (Lead Vocalist/Keyboards) | Movie | 2004 |
 | Toronto Rocks | Self | Movie | 2003 |
 | The Genius of Lenny Breau | Self | Movie | 1999 |
 | Ringo Starr Going Home | Self - Keyboards | Movie | 1993 |
 | Tears Are Not Enough | Self | Movie | 1985 |
 | The Guess Who - Together Again | Self | Movie | 1983 |
| Melanie | Rick | Movie | 1982 | |
 | The Midnight Special | Self | TV Series | 1972 |