April Nixon - Actor Profile

April Nixon

Acting
Freshness: Feb 04, 2026
3Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated

About April Nixon

April Nixon is a stage and screen actress. She is an Olivier, Elliot Norton, AUDELCO, and Ovation Award nominee. Her performances include Damn Yankees (the first African American 'Lola' opposite Jerry Lewis), The Dancer’s Life (opposite Chita Rivera), Smokey Joe’s Cafe, 9 to 5, Fosse, The Wiz, Cats, The Who’s Tommy, Mamma Mia!, Sistas, Crowns, Sweet Charity, Caroline, or Change, and Dreamgirls. Her TV appearances include Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Chapelle’s Show, and The Wire. Her film appearances include Malcom X, Man on the Moon, The Perfect Find (opposite Gabrielle Union, Netflix),  and Two Degrees (opposite Vanessa E. Williams).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of April Nixon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of April Nixon's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), April Nixon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Man on the Moon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best April Nixon Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from April Nixon's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of April Nixon.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 The Perfect Find Dr. Lutz Average Similar →
2013 Sistas: The Musical Simone Flop Similar →
1999 Man on the Moon Tony Clifton Dancer Hit Similar →

April Nixon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of April Nixon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring April Nixon is "Man on the Moon" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has April Nixon acted in?

April Nixon has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.