Damu King

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

10Total Films

6.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 31, 1939

Birth Place: Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Damu King reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Damu King's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Damu King remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Shaft, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Damu King Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Damu King's career based on audience ratings.

★6.4

★6.4

Shaft: Cool Black private eye John Shaft is hired by a crime lord to find and retrieve his kidnapped daughter.

Shaft

1971•Action

★6.4

★6.4

Black Girl: An aspiring dancer and her two wicked sisters resent their mother's love for a foster daughter.

Black Girl

1972•Drama

★6.0

Sweet Jesus, Preacherman (1973) movie poster

★6.0

Sweet Jesus, Preacherman: A Black hit man poses as a Baptist preacher in a ghetto church. He decides to take over the local rackets.

Sweet Jesus, Preacherman

1973•Action

★5.7

★5.7

Bloodbrothers: A young man is torn between following in his brothers' footsteps or striking out on his own.

Bloodbrothers

1978•Drama

★5.5

Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn (1977) movie poster

★5.5

Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn: In this sequel to Dawn: Portrait of a Teenage Runaway, Alexander's story is told in both the past and the present. Alexa

Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn

1977•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Damu King.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1992	Revenge on the Highway	Calvin	Flop	Similar →
1978	Blackjack	Roy King	Flop	Similar →
1978	Bloodbrothers	Chili Mac	Average	Similar →
1977	Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn	Red	Average	Similar →
1977	Green Eyes	Pool Player	Flop	Similar →
1974	Black Starlet	Skully	Flop	Similar →
1974	The Black Godfather	Diablo	Flop	Similar →
1973	Sweet Jesus, Preacherman	Sweetstick	Average	Similar →
1972	Black Girl	-	Average	Similar →
1971	Shaft	Mal	Average	Similar →

Damu King - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Damu King?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Damu King is "Shaft" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Damu King acted in?

Damu King has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Damu King?

Other notable films include "Black Girl", "Sweet Jesus, Preacherman", and "Bloodbrothers".