Top 10 Movie Cameos You Missed by Famous Musicians

Top 10 Cameos You Missed by Famous Musicians

Welcome to WatchMojo, and today were counting down our picks for the briefest, easiest-to-miss cameos by famous musicians in movies.

The Outsiders (1983)

When Ponyboy and Johnny go looking for Dally, Buck Merrill answers the door and red lighting takes over the shot. Given the lighting, the fact that it's such a brief interaction, and Bucks minor role, you may not realize who the actor is. And while it's someone famous, its not the biggest A-list celebrity or household name; its Tom Waits. The Outsiders film came out in 1983, after Waits had already risen to fame in the folk scene. It was also around this time when he began to tap into various other music genres as well. So, yeah, if this scene had you saying, Wait a sec, thats because it is indeed a famous musician you were looking at.

Spice World (1997)

Itd definitely be memorable if Elvis Costello served you a drink at the bar. Thats what he does in the musical comedy Spice World. However, in a film filled with big-name cameos, Costellos could easily get lost in the shuffle. But dont overlook itCostellos aim is true with that gin and tonic. The iconic singer, songwriter, and record producer also has an easy-to-miss cameo in the sports comedy Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. But in that, at least his name is mentioned, which is why were giving the nod to Costellos Spice World cameo as the one thats more subtle.

Men in Black II (2002)

You know Agent J, you know Agent K, but do you know Agent M? Well, thats who Michael Jacksons character in Men in Black II wants to be. Unfortunately, it doesnt seem as though the top-secret alien-monitoring organization is hiring at this time. The King of Pop appears on screenquite literally on a screen for a video callbut only very briefly. You might miss it if you get up to grab some popcorn. Michael was a fan of the first Men in Black film and wanted in on the actioneven if just for a few seconds.

Hook (1991)

The famous Genesis drummer and singer portraying a police inspector on screen may have seemed against the odds, but it happened. Phil Collins makes a cameo as Inspector Good in Hook. The film came out two years after the release of Collinss fourth solo studio albumand the same year that he won a Grammy for Another Day in Paradise. Jimmy Buffett also makes a cameo in Hook as a pirate. But Collinss cameo gets the spot here. In a crowded room with the likes of legendary actor Robin Williams, even with his dialogue, you could easily fail to realize its Collinsespecially because you wouldn't expect it.

Back to the Future Part II (1989) & Back to the Future Part III (1990)

Frank Beard, Billy Gibbons, and Dusty Hill of ZZ Top appear fittingly in Back to the Future Part III as a 19th century Old West band. Thats interestingly in their lane as far as any acting cameo could be; but Fleas cameos in both Back to the Future Part II and Back to the Future Part III are way different and earn the spot here. The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist appears as future Martys coworker, Douglas J. Needles, in the second film. In the third film, he challenges Marty to a race while theyre stopped at a traffic light. Flea also appears in The Big Lebowski as one of the Nihilists, but thats a bit larger of a role.

The Color of Money (1986)

In this sports drama, Iggy Pop appears as a pool player for only around 10 secondsand he doesnt even say anything. Hes one of the many men Tom Cruises pool-hustling character comes across on his travels. Its a true look-away-and-youll-miss-it appearance from the Godfather of Punk, who is wearing a shirt in this sceneunlike many of his concerts. Iggy Pop made a brief appearance you may have missed in Tank Girl as well, playing the role of Rat Face. But its The Color of Money where its even harder to recognize him.

The King of Comedy (1982)

Blink and youll miss this street scene. The Clash is represented in numbers in The King of Comedy, with Mick Jones, Joe Strummer, Paul Simonon, plus band associates like singer Ellen Foley, filmmaker Don Letts, and manager Kosmo Vinyl all making cameos. The film came out in 1982, shortly after the release of the bands hit single Should I Stay or Should I Go. The Clash was near the peak of their powers at the time, so its no wonder Martin Scorsese took an interest, knowing they were in the area during filming. Their roles are so minor, its clear he just wanted to squeeze them in somehow, some wayjust because they were The Clash. And honestly, thats totally understandable.

Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979)

As a big fan of Monty Python, the former Beatles lead guitarist George Harrison wanted in on the action with Monty Pythons Life of Brian. Not only did he help fund the film, but he got some shine in front of the camera. Harrisons cameo is super brief, though. With his not-so-typical outfit, and the lack of focus on him in this crowded, hectic scene, you might very well miss him. Given what he contributed to make the film happen, giving him even the shortest on-screen moment was the least the film crew could do.

Jurassic World (2015)

How fitting is it that Jimmy Buffett would be holding two margaritas in this blink-and-you-miss-it scene? His hit single Margaritaville came out in 1977. His hospitality company, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, was founded in 1985. In Jurassic World, during a moment of dino chaos, the renowned singer-songwriter scurries away discreetly. Cant forget those margaritas! Gotta keep them safeeven in dire circumstances! With so many people around in this scene, youd be hard-pressed to notice Buffett, whos visible for just a couple of seconds. But hes there, wearing sunglasses, a hat, and an orange shirt.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017)

The Beatles legend appears in a prison scene as Jacks Sparrows unclealso named Jack. And what a surprisehes singing! Still, with that pirate outfit, and just seconds of screen time, this cameo couldve easily gone over your head. The Rolling Stones are also represented in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series, with Keith Richards making a brief appearance as Jack Sparrows father, Captain Teague, in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. But that one involved more camera shots and was more memorable than McCartneys cameo in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.

Which musician would you like to see on the big screen more? Let us know in the comments!