buster keaton

Joseph Frank "Buster" Keaton (October 4, 1895 – February 1, 1966) was an American comic actor, filmmaker, producer and writer. He was best known for his silent films, in which his trademark was physical comedy with a consistently stoic, deadpan expression, earning him the nickname The Great Stone Face. He was recognized as the seventh-greatest director of all time by Entertainment Weekly. In 1999, the American Film Institute ranked Keaton the 21st-greatest male star of all time.... more

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1924

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1930

1932

1964

1966

Breakthrough Years

1917

First film appearance in The Butcher Boy (1917), beginning his iconic comedic screen career.

1918

Cemented his deadpan persona in a series of popular two-reelers with Fatty Arbuckle.

1920

*The Saphead* (1920) was his first starring feature, establishing him as a major silent film comedian.

1921

His prolific output of innovative short comedies like The Playhouse and The Boat solidified his unique comedic style.

1922

Acclaimed shorts like Cops (1922) solidified his unique comedic genius and critical recognition.