He has, however, appeared in several documentaries and music specials about his life and music, including:
* Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind (2009)
* The Canadian Music Hall of Fame: Gordon Lightfoot (2003)
* The Story of Gordon Lightfoot (2018)
He has also been featured in television interviews and appearances on shows like:
* The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
* Austin City Limits
* Saturday Night Live
Additionally, his music has been featured in various films and TV shows, including:
* The Last Picture Show (1971)
* The Big Chill (1983)
* Thelma & Louise (1991)
* American Idol
* The Simpsons
While Gordon Lightfoot has not been a full-fledged actor, his music has certainly played a significant role in the soundtrack of popular culture.