Movies:
* The Wiz (1978): He plays the role of "Fast Freddy," the malevolent street hustler who tricks Dorothy.
* The Cotton Club (1984): He has a small role as a musician.
* The American President (1995): He appears in a scene as a television commentator.
Television:
* Miami Vice (1985): He appeared in an episode titled "The Prodigal Son."
* The Cosby Show (1987): He had a guest appearance in the episode "Clair's Secret."
* Law & Order (1992): He appeared in the episode "The Serpent's Tooth."
While his appearances in film and television are limited, Garland Jeffreys is a well-respected and influential musician who has made a significant contribution to the music industry.