Actor
Kurt Cobain
- Born: 20 February 1967, Aberdeen, Washington, USA
- Estimated net worth: 50 million USD
Kurt Cobain was a renowned musician and actor, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Nirvana. His role in shaping the grunge music scene in the early 1990s has left a lasting impact on popular culture. Cobain's distinctive voice and…
Kurt Cobain: best films and shows
About Kurt Cobain
Kurt Cobain was a renowned musician and actor, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Nirvana. His role in shaping the grunge music scene in the early 1990s has left a lasting impact on popular culture. Cobain's distinctive voice and songwriting style contributed to his reputation as a cultural icon, making him a significant figure in music history.
- Born
- 20 February 1967, Aberdeen, Washington, USA
- Died
- 5 April 1994
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Spouses
- Courtney Love (1992-1994)
- Children
- 1, Frances Bean Cobain
- Parents
- Wendy Cobain, Donald Cobain
- Estimated net worth
- 50 million USD
Fun facts about Kurt Cobain
- Kurt Cobain was left-handed and played a right-handed guitar flipped upside down.
- He was an avid art lover and often incorporated his artistic vision into his music and performances.
Famous Kurt Cobain quotes
“With great power comes great responsibility.”
“I’d rather be dead than cool.”
“The duty of youth is to challenge corruption.”
Kurt Cobain: coming up
- The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All (TV, Theme Song Performance)8 January 2027
Credits and dates: TMDB.
Kurt Cobain filmography
Cast (68)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Butthole Surfers: The Hole Truth and Nothing Butt Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2025 | BUSCANDO MI NIRVANA Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2025 | The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2023 | I Hate Myself and I Want to Die Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2023 | The Teacher Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2022 | Foo Fighters: One Less Hero Movie | Self (archive footage) | 9.0 |
| 2021 | Kalvøyafestivalen - 50 år siden første riff Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2021 | Grunge: A Story of Music and Rage Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.2 |
| 2021 | When Nirvana Came to Britain Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.4 |
| 2021 | Woodstock 99: Peace, Love, and Rage Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.5 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 70 Years of Youth Revolt TV | Self (archive footage) | 7.2 |
| 2019 | Stupor Mundi: Book 3, The Most Dangerous Encounter Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2019 | The UnXplained TV | Self (archive footage) | 6.7 |
| 2018 | 27: Gone Too Soon Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.8 |
| 2018 | Kurt Everywhere Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2017 | The Nineties TV | Self (archive footage) | 6.9 |
| 2015 | Soaked in Bleach Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.0 |
| 2015 | Cobain: Montage of Heck Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.6 |
| 2012 | Too Young to Die TV | Self (archive footage) | 7.2 |
| 2012 | Hit So Hard Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.0 |
| 2011 | Nirvana: Live at the Paramount Movie | Self - Lead Vocals, Guitar | 8.1 |
| 2011 | Nirvana: Taking Punk to the Masses Movie | Self | |
| 2010 | Nirvana: Live On Air Movie | Self | |
| 2009 | Nirvana: Live at Reading Movie | Self - Vocals, Guitar | 7.3 |
| 2009 | Loki: Arnaldo Baptista Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.8 |
| 2007 | Welcome to My Castle! Movie | Self | |
| 2007 | Kurt Cobain: About a Son Movie | Self | 6.9 |
| 2007 | The Last 48 Hours of Kurt Cobain Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.5 |
| 2006 | Nirvana - In Utero: Under Review Movie | Self (archive footage) | 8.0 |
| 2006 | Nirvana The Path from Incesticide to In Utero Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2006 | Nirvana - the Definitive Critical Review Movie | Self | |
| 2006 | The Devil and Daniel Johnston Movie | Self (Archival footage) | 7.7 |
| 2006 | All Apologies: Kurt Cobain 10 Years On Movie | Self | 6.4 |
| 2005 | The Work of Director Anton Corbijn Movie | Self (segment "Heart-Shaped Box") | 7.8 |
| 2005 | The Britpop Story 'It Really, Really, Really, Could Happen' Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2005 | Classic Albums: Nirvana - Nevermind Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.0 |
| 2004 | Nirvana: With the Lights Out Movie | Unknown character | 7.5 |
| 2004 | Kurt Cobain: The Early Life of a Legend Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2004 | (This Is Known as) The Blues Scale Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2001 | VH1 News Special: Grunge Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2001 | 25 Years of Punk Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.0 |
| 1998 | Kurt & Courtney Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.0 |
| 1997 | Storyville TV | Unknown character | 7.6 |
| 1997 | Classic Albums TV | Self (archive footage) | 7.7 |
| 1996 | Hype! Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.4 |
| 1994 | Nirvana: Live! Tonight! Sold Out!! Movie | Self - Vocals, Guitar (archive footage) | 7.6 |
| 1994 | Freaks, Nerds & Weirdos Movie | Self | 7.5 |
| 1994 | Nirvana: Terminal 1, Munich Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1993 | RuPaul's Christmas Ball Movie | Self | 10.0 |
| 1993 | MTV Unplugged: Nirvana Movie | Self | 8.8 |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Unplugged In New York Movie | Self - Vocals, Guitar | 8.7 |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Live and Loud Movie | Self - Vocals, Guitar | 8.9 |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Unplugged in New York - Rehearsal Movie | Self - Lead Vocals, Guitars | 10.0 |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Veterans Memorial Coliseum Phoenix, Az Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Live at Hollywood Rock Festival Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 1992 | 1991: The Year Punk Broke Movie | Self | 6.8 |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Live in Amsterdam 1991 Movie | Self - Lead Vocals, Guitars | 7.8 |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Live at the Paradiso Movie | Self | 8.5 |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Teatro Castello, Rome, Italy Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Astoria Theater London Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Live in Dallas Movie | Self | |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Smells Like Teen Spirit Movie | Kurt Cobain | 7.7 |
| 1991 | Sub Pop Video Network Program 1 Movie | Self (archive footage) | 9.0 |
| 1990 | Nirvana - Live on Leeds Polytechnic, UK, 1990 Movie | Self - Vocals, Guitar | |
| 1990 | The Word TV | Unknown character | 6.0 |
| 1989 | Nirvana: Rockin’ T.P., Santa Fe 1989 Movie | Self | |
| 1984 | MTV Video Music Awards TV | Self | 7.8 |
| TBA | Nirvana: Teen Spirit Interviews Movie | Self |
Crew (7)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All TV | Theme Song Performance · Sound | |
| 2024 | Hippo Movie | Music · Sound | 10.0 |
| 2011 | Nirvana: Live at the Paramount Movie | Author · Writing | 8.1 |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Unplugged In New York Movie | Songs · Sound | 8.7 |
| 1993 | Nirvana: Unplugged In New York Movie | Vocals · Sound | 8.7 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Nirvana: Smells Like Teen Spirit Movie | Lyricist · Writing | 7.7 |
| 1991 | Nirvana: Smells Like Teen Spirit Movie | Vocals · Sound | 7.7 |
Latest releases
Questions about Kurt Cobain
What are Kurt Cobain's most notable contributions to music?
Kurt Cobain is best known for his role as the frontman of Nirvana, whose album 'Nevermind' brought grunge music to mainstream success. His songwriting and unique sound influenced countless artists and genres.
Did Kurt Cobain receive any awards during his career?
Yes, Nirvana won several awards including a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 1996 for 'MTV Unplugged in New York'. Cobain's influence continues to be recognized posthumously.
What was Kurt Cobain's first major film appearance?
Kurt Cobain's first major film appearance was in the documentary 'Hype!' (1996), which chronicled the Seattle grunge scene, including Nirvana's rise to fame.
What are some of Kurt Cobain's most successful songs?
Some of Kurt Cobain's most successful songs include 'Smells Like Teen Spirit', 'Come as You Are', and 'Lithium', all of which contributed to Nirvana's legacy and commercial success.
What is known about Kurt Cobain's personal life?
Kurt Cobain was married to Courtney Love, and they had one daughter, Frances Bean Cobain. His struggles with addiction and mental health were widely reported and have become part of his legacy.
What was Kurt Cobain's estimated net worth at the time of his death?
At the time of his death in 1994, Kurt Cobain's estimated net worth was around 50 million USD, primarily from his music career and Nirvana's success.
What notable films feature Kurt Cobain's music?
Kurt Cobain's music is featured in various films, including 'The Avengers' (2012) with 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' and 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' (2012) with 'Come as You Are'.
How did Kurt Cobain influence modern music?
Kurt Cobain's influence on modern music is profound, as his raw emotional expression and unique sound paved the way for alternative rock and inspired a generation of musicians across various genres.