David Alan Grier
ActingAbout David Alan Grier
David Alan Grier is an American comedian and film and television actor, best known for his work on the sketch comedy television show "In Living Color".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Alan Grier reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of David Alan Grier'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Alan Grier remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc's Street, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Alan Grier Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Alan Grier's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Alan Grier.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Color Purple | Reverend Avery | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Candy Cane Lane | Santa Claus | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | They Cloned Tyrone | The Preacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration | Cogsworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Clifford the Big Red Dog | Packard | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Dad Stop Embarrassing Me - The Afterparty | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Coffee & Kareem | Captain Hill | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Sprinter | Coach | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Native Son | Marty | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Arizona | Coburn | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Big Sick | Andy Dodd | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Jingle Ballin' | Colin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Wiz Live! | The Cowardly Lion | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | An En Vogue Christmas | Marty | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Watsons Go to Birmingham | Mr. Robert | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Peeples | Virgil Peeples | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Astro Boy | Mr. Squirt / Math Cowboy / Boxer Robot (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Gym Teacher: The Movie | Shelly Bragg | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Poker House | Stymie | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Kissing Cousins | The Griller | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Hustle | Rev. Isaac Montgomery Paid | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Heckler | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc's Street | Principal Eyeverson/The Man Upstairs (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Little Man | Jimmy | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Thugaboo: Sneaker Madness | Principal Eyeverson (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Just for Laughs Stand Up, Vol. 1: Best of the Uptown Comics | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Woodsman | Bob | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Baadasssss! | Clyde Houston | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie | Limo Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | 15 Minutes | Mugger | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Freeway II: Confessions of a Trickbaby | Mr. Butz | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Angels in the Infield | Bob Bugler | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Return to Me | Charlie Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | 3 Strikes | Detective Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Stuart Little | Red (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The '60s | Fred Hampton | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Saintly Switch | Dan Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sesame Street: Elmopalooza! | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jumanji | Carl Bentley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tales from the Hood | Carl Johnson (segment "Boys Do Get Bruised") | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Blankman | Kevin Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Boomerang | Gerard Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Player | David Alan Grier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Almost an Angel | Det. Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | I'm Gonna Git You Sucka | Newsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Off Limits | Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Amazon Women on the Moon | Don Simmons (segment "Blacks Without Soul") / Don Simmons (segment "Don 'No Soul' Simmons") | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | From the Hip | Steve Hadley | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Soldier's Story | Corporal Cobb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Streamers | Roger | Average | Similar → |
David Alan Grier - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Alan Grier?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Alan Grier is "Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc's Street" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has David Alan Grier acted in?
David Alan Grier has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Alan Grier?
Other notable films include "Just for Laughs Stand Up, Vol. 1: Best of the Uptown Comics", "The Big Sick", and "The Player".